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26 June, 10:20

Why was Bartholomew Diaz important to Portugal?

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  1. 26 June, 11:56
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    First european to reach the indian ocean from the atlantic. He sailed arpund the southmost tip of africa
  2. 26 June, 13:39
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    He became the first European mariner to travel round the southern tip of Africa, this opened a way for sea routes from Europe to Asia.

    His breakthrough opened the door to increased trade with India and other Asian powers.

    It doesn't sound like much but this was a big deal considering at this time no one knew the southern tip of Africa existed.
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