What was the name of the Portuguese poet who wrote an epic poem in honor of Vasco da Gama?
Luís de Camões
Fernando Pessoa
Gil Vicente
António Ferreira
Answer
Luís de Camões, a renowned Portuguese poet, wrote the national epic poem "Os Lusíadas" in honor of Vasco da Gama and his accomplishments. The poem celebrates da Gama's explorations and the establishment of a sea route to India.
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