Which accomplishment is Albuquerque most known for?
Establishing a Portuguese Asian empire
Inventing the caravel ship
Discovering America
Designing the Gutenberg press
Answer
Albuquerque is most known for establishing a Portuguese Asian empire. He was a Portuguese nobleman and military commander who led several successful campaigns in the East Indies. He founded the city of Goa, which became the capital of Portuguese India. Albuquerque also established a network of Portuguese forts and trading posts throughout the Indian Ocean. His efforts helped to establish Portugal as a major power in the region.
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