When was American settles by Europeans?

European settlement in America began in the late 15th century, notably with Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1492, which opened the door for further exploration. The first permanent English settlement was established in Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607. Other European nations, including the Spanish, French, and Dutch, also established colonies throughout the 16th and 17th centuries. This period marked the beginning of significant European colonization in North America.