jul 8, 1497 - Vasco da Gama

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where the explorer is from
He is from Sines, Portugal
which country is sponsoring his voyage
He was sponsored by King Manuel of Portugal
the dates of his voyage (on timeline)
July 8, 1497 (first to India) and 1502 (second to India)
what he was hoping to find/what were the goals in exploration
He was trying to find a sea route to the Asian spice trade
the places he explored
He explored Mozambique (Africa) and Calicut (India).
the results and/or significance of his journey and discoveries
He created a strong foothold for Portugal on Asian trading markets

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