Vasco da Gama

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    About Vasco da Gama

    Vasco da Gama was a 15th-century Portuguese explorer who discovered a sea route from Europe to India, opening up new trade opportunities. He was the first European to reach India by sea.

    Vasco da Gama's Area of Expertise

    Exploration, navigation, maritime history, Portuguese history, Indian Ocean trade routes

    My most spontaneous moment was...

    Setting sail into the unknown, not knowing what lay ahead, and discovering a new sea route to India.