Historical Events tagged with "sebastião veiga cabral"

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Politics & Government

Foundation of Macapá by Sebastião Veiga Cabral

February 4th, 1758 267 years ago

Sebastião Veiga Cabral established the city of Macapá in Brazil along the Amazon River, as part of colonial expansion efforts. His goal was to create a strategically located settlement to enhance Portuguese territorial control in the region. Macapá served as a point of connection between Portuguese settlements and indigenous communities, fostering trade and culture. The city’s establishment marked a significant moment in the development of Brazil's northern territories.

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