Manuel I
Manuel I, also known as Manuel the Fortunate, was the King of Portugal from 1495 to 1521. His reign is notable for the height of the Portuguese Empire, marked by significant maritime exploration, including the voyages of Vasco da Gama and Pedro Álvares Cabral. Under Manuel I, Portugal saw a flourishing of trade and cultural exchanges with the East and the New World. He was a patron of the arts and played a key role in the Manueline architectural style, which is characterized by intricate maritime motifs. Despite his achievements, his later years were marred by the challenges of maintaining the empire and dealing with the economic implications of exploration. The recent news highlighted a significant historical document attributed to him, a letter granting Vasco da Gama a noble title, which was auctioned but ultimately unsold.
Born on Dec 31, 1469 (555 years old)
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He was the king who granted Vasco da Gama the title of count of Vidigueira.
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