Exploration & Discovery

Amerigo Vespucci Departs for the New World

In early May 1497, Amerigo Vespucci set sail from Cádiz, Spain, embarking on a voyage to explore the lands across the Atlantic Ocean. Sponsored by the Spanish crown, his expedition aimed to chart the coastlines and seek new resources, thereby contributing to the age of discovery. Vespucci's experience and navigational skills were pivotal as the crew prepared for a journey characterized by uncertainty and potential peril.

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