Title: Vidigueira Count
created on 14 Nov 14

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1. indigo wrote:
 Vasco Da Gama? (thank you Google) -J* Nicely done!
2. katidid wrote:
 Ditto. And yes, nicely done!
3. Fangzzz wrote:
 Indigo! you get the smart mark - yes Vasco Da Gama, very interesting person.
4. Fangzzz wrote:
 In 1498 he linked Portugal via sea route with India, bringing wealth via pepper and cinnamon to Portugal, a title to himself and heirs and a century of colony power. However, the forehead reflection is a hint of the devil cruelty he had (burning a ship o
5. Fangzzz wrote:
 ...ship of pilgrims on their way to Mecca, despite first taking all their loot. He was not better with his host in India who he had dog ears sewed on to his head. The historical hero/villain.
6. Normal wrote:
 I think the oddest bit is he thought the Hindus were peculiarly strayed Christians! Nice catch.
7. clrmered wrote:
 interesting
8. clorophilla wrote:
 Interesting info, strong portait and great PB!

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