An Italian whose name lead to part of our country’s name?

Question: An Italian whose name lead to part of our country’s name!?

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Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:

Amerigo VespucciWww@QuestionHome@Com

Magpie is correct, Amerigo Vespucci!.Www@QuestionHome@Com