Exploration & Discovery

Amerigo Vespucci Sails Under Portuguese Flag

Amerigo Vespucci, a skilled navigator and explorer, embarked on his expedition under the Portuguese crown to explore the western lands, which were largely uncharted at the time. This voyage aimed to further the knowledge about the newly discovered territories in the Americas, as European powers sought to expand their influence and territories. Departing from Lisbon, Vespucci's journey was part of Portugal's significant investment in exploration during the Age of Discovery, driven by the quest for new trade routes and lands. His observations and findings during this expedition contributed greatly to the understanding of the geography of the New World.

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