Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese explorer and navigator, renowned for being the first to successfully sail directly from Europe to India, thereby opening the sea route to Asia. His pioneering voyage in 1497 was a significant milestone in the Age of Discovery, establishing Portugal as a major maritime power and paving the way for the Portuguese colonial empire. Gama's expeditions contributed to the development of trade routes that greatly influenced global commerce and cultural exchanges.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,137 | 14 | $6,900 | 3$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,137 | 14 | $6,900 | 3$ |
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Vasco da Gama opened the sea route to India, making Portugal the richest nation of the time.
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