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July 8, 1497: Portuguese Sailor Vasco da Gama Set Sail for India | Firstpost Rewind | N18G On this day in history, in 1497, Portuguese sailor Vasco da Gama set sail from Portugal, in search of a sea passage to India. A year later, he landed on India's southern coast. While Da Gama's goal was to buy Indian spices, his voyage triggered a chain of events. One, that led to centuries of colonialism in India. --- Portuguese | Portugal | Vasco da Gama | India | Voyage | Colonialism | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #portuguese #sailor #vascodagama #india #voyage #colonialism #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V
