Historical Events tagged with "eastern trade"

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Economics & Industry

First English Representative Lands in India

August 24th, 1608 416 years ago

The first official English representative, Captain William Hawkins, arrived in Surat, India. His mission was to establish trade relations between England and the Mughal Empire. Hawkins was sent by the East India Company, aiming to gain a foothold in the lucrative Indian market, which was crucial for the growing British economy. His landing in Surat marked a significant step in the expansion of English commercial interests in the region and a series of diplomatic negotiations that would facilitate future trade.

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Military & Warfare

Matsura Clan's Naval Battle in Fukuda Bay

October 18th, 1565 459 years ago

A naval confrontation took place between the Matsura clan's ships and a Portuguese carrack, marking the first recorded naval battle between Japan and Western powers. The encounter in Fukuda Bay aimed to assert control over maritime trade routes, as the Matsura sought to challenge the influence of European traders. Despite their efforts, the Matsura clan was ultimately unable to capture the Portuguese vessel.

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