Vasco Da Gama
By Trot Wood
Introduction
Da gama was famous by captaining the first European voyage ever to sail to India. His life was not without controversy. How ever even if it was failed with fame fortune.
Early Life
Da gama was born at sines in Portugal in 1469. His father was a knight and a explorer.
Reasons for exploration
Da gama was looking for people to trade with and he was looking for fame. Portugal payed for him to explore.
discoveries
He traveled by ship. He was looking for spices and jewels. He explored on July 8, 1497 he explored Portugal.
legacy
He died at Cochin, India, December 24, 1524 he consed the world by captaining the first European voyage ever to sail to India.
Event Information
Vasco Da Gama
Vasco Da Gama died Cochin, India, December 24, 1524.
When?
Monday, Dec 15, 1524, 09:00 PM
Where?
Cochin India.
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