Why did Giovanni da verrazzano undertake the voyage?

Giovanni da Verrazzano undertook his voyage in 1524 primarily to explore and map the eastern coast of North America for the French crown. He aimed to find a westward route to Asia, as well as to establish trade relations and claim new territories for France. Verrazzano's journey contributed to European knowledge of the New World and laid the groundwork for future exploration and colonization efforts. His expeditions also sought to find valuable resources and establish contacts with Indigenous peoples.