Henry the Navigator (21 févr. 1415 – 22 déc. 1460)
Description:
First European royal to heavily promote discovery and exploration. Sponsered voyages as well as participated. Motivated by mercenary as well as missionary factors. Seeking to promote Portuguese economic interests (challenging Muslim monopoly of gold trade) and to further Christian influence.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
21 févr. 1415
22 déc. 1460
~ 45 years