The Portuguese Empire emerged as a maritime power in the 15th century, with significant contributions to global exploration and trade. The capture of Ceuta in 1415 and Vasco da Gama's voyage to India in 1498 were pivotal events. The Treaty of Tordesillas and the expansion into Brazil shaped the empire's legacy, influencing language and culture. Despite its decline post-1755, the empire's impact on navigation and global trade endures, especially in Brazil.
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King John I's capture of Ceuta in 1415 marked the beginning of Portugal's overseas expansion
The Ottoman Empire's rise disrupted traditional land routes to Asia, leading Portugal to seek new trade routes by sea
Prince Henry's exploration of the African coast and establishment of a global Portuguese presence were crucial to the empire's growth
The Portuguese developed advanced navigation and shipbuilding techniques in their quest to find a maritime route to India
Vessel that could sail against the wind
The development of the caravel allowed Portuguese ships to navigate against the wind, making long-distance voyages possible
Vasco da Gama's successful voyage to India in 1498 via the Cape of Good Hope opened up a new era of global trade
The 1494 treaty divided the New World between Portugal and Spain, granting Portugal control over Brazil and establishing a significant colonial presence
Unlike their trading posts in Africa and Asia, the Portuguese had a profound impact on Brazil's language, culture, and social structure
The wealth generated by the empire's maritime trade led to a cultural renaissance in Lisbon, making it a hub for the arts and architecture
Feitorias
The Portuguese established fortified trading posts, called feitorias, to facilitate commerce and exert their influence in strategic locations
Cartaz System
The empire enforced a licensing system, known as the Cartaz, to control trade and maintain a monopoly in the Indian Ocean
The death of King Sebastian in 1578 and the subsequent Iberian Union with Spain drained Portugal's resources and led to its decline
Despite its fall, the Portuguese Empire had a lasting impact on global trade, navigation, and culture, particularly in Brazil
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The ______ Empire's ascent as a sea power started in the early ______ century, with the conquest of ______ in 1415.
Portuguese
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Ceuta
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Portuguese advancements in navigation
Developed caravel, a ship that sails against wind, enhancing exploration capabilities.
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Vasco da Gama's voyage year
Reached India in 1498, not 1497, via Cape of Good Hope, initiating global trade era.
