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1497 in Portugal

Explore 2 historical events and records for Portugal in 1497.

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Historical records for Portugal in 1497

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July

8 July 1497

Cape Good Hope

Gama, Vasco de · Cape Good Hope · Viceroy of Goa · Exploration / Exploration and Discovery

Sets sail for India attempting to be the first to make the journey around Africa

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1497

Discovery of Natal

Gama, Vasco de · Viceroy of Goa · Exploration / Exploration and Discovery

Makes the first sighting of the coast of Natal

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