Vasco Da Gama Dbq

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Many explorers have discovered new places to the world but, one opened new sea routes and helped increase wealth towards merchants. The portuguese explorer, Vasco da Gama was one of the first explorers to reach india by sea. During the European Age , Vasco da Gama was known to be one of the most successful explorers due to him sailing directly to India. Vasco da Gama’s voyage to india opened up trade routes which allowed europeans to see new items and trade goods. In 1498, Da Gama went on his first voyage sailing directly to India and the coast of Africa. During his first voyage, Da Gama established trading posts and it lead to the expansion of trade. In the text it states, “Da Gama’s voyage placed Portugal in a prominent position of power

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