jan 10, 1616 - English diplomat Sir Thomas Roe presents his credentials to the Mughal Emperor Jahangir, in Ajmer Fort, opening the door to the British presence in India.[2][3] Roe sailed in the Lyon under the command of captain Christopher Newport, best known for his role in the Virginia colonies
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