Where did Alexander Spotswood explore?

Alexander Spotswood, the colonial governor of Virginia from 1710 to 1722, is best known for his exploration of the Virginia backcountry, particularly the region that would become West Virginia. In 1716, he led an expedition over the Blue Ridge Mountains, reaching the Shenandoah Valley, which he sought to explore for trade and settlement opportunities. His journey aimed to assert British claims over the territory and expand colonial influence in North America.