Viagens maritimas de bartolomeu dias biography
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Exploração europeia da África
A geografia do Norte de África é razoavelmente conhecida entre os europeus desde a antiguidade clássica na geografia greco-romana. O noroeste da África ( Magrebe ) era conhecido como Líbia ou África, enquanto o Egito era considerado parte da Ásia.
A exploração europeia da África subsariana começa com a Era dos Descobrimentos no século XV, iniciada pelo Reino de Portugal sob o comando de Henrique, o Navegador. O Cabo da Boa Esperança foi alcançado pela primeira vez por Bartolomeu Dias em 12 dem março de 1488, abrindo a importante rota marítima para a Índia e o Extremo Oriente, mas a própria exploração europeia de África permaneceu muito limitada durante os séculos XVI e XVII. As potências europeias contentaram-se em estabelecer entrepostos comerciais ao longo da costa enquanto exploravam e colonizavam ativamente o Novo Mundo. A exploração do interior de África foi assim deixada principalmente aos comerciantes de escravos muçulmanos, que em co
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Portuguese Historical Ships and Maritime Vocabulary
Portuguese maritime history is a fascinating chapter of human endeavor, showcasing the spirit of exploration, nyhet, and cultural exchange. The Portuguese were pioneers in the Age of Discoveries, charting new routes and establishing a global presence that influenced the course of history. For language learners, diving into this rich maritime heritage offers an engaging way to expand vocabulary and understanding of both the Portuguese language and culture. This article explores the historical ships of Portugal and introduces key maritime vocabulary to enhance your learning experience.
The Age of Discoveries
The Age of Discoveries, or “Era dos Descobrimentos,” was a period from the early 15th century to the 17th century, during which European nations explored the world by sea. Portugal was at the forefront of this movement, with explorers like Vasco da Gama, Bartolomeu Dias, and Ferdinand Magellan leading the
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Abstract
Until now, Portuguese pilot Bartolomeu Borges has remained an obscure figure. A new document—a lengthy letter sent by D. Alonso de Tovar, the Spanish ambassador in Portugal, to King Philip II in 1563—allows us to reconstruct Borges’s career. It suggests that it was Borges (not Jean Ribault) who guided the first French expedition to Florida in 1562, and provides an instructive sixteenth-century case that illustrates the importance of oceanic pilots. The transcription and translation—which make an important but unfamiliar document available to the scholarly community—are complemented by a historical introduction that places Borges’s career in context and considers his overall impact. Additionally, the introduction examines the significance of oceanic pilots more broadly, showing that they were important actors in the creation and maintenance of maritime overseas empires of the sixteenth century, agents involved in the creation and circulation of maritime knowledge.
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