Historical Events tagged with "da gama"
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Vasco da Gama's Departure from Calicut
Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese explorer, decided to depart Calicut, where he had established trade relations. After a challenging stay marked by both opportunities and threats, he aimed to return to the Kingdom of Portugal. His expeditions opened the sea route to India and improved trade connections.
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Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese explorer, anchored his fleet at the Island of Mozambique during his pioneering journey to India. The visit occurred as part of his expedition to establish a sea route to the East, aiming to enhance trade links for spices and other valuable commodities. The island served as a significant waypoint, facilitating interactions between the Portuguese and local merchants, as well as providing resupply opportunities for the fleet. da Gama's engagement with traders marked a crucial moment in initiating Portuguese influence in the Indian Ocean region.
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