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History of Mozambique

2 notable historical events in Mozambique, in chronological order.

Politics · 1Exploration · 1Economy · 1

15th century

  1. July 8, 1497 – May 20, 1498★★★★★

    Vasco da Gama sails from Europe to India

    Vasco da Gama's fleet left Lisbon, rounded the Cape of Good Hope, sailed up the East African coast and reached Calicut, opening a direct sea route between Europe and Asia.

    ExplorationEconomy· Portugal, South Africa, Mozambique, Kenya, India

20th century

  1. June 25, 1975 – November 11, 1975★★★★★

    Mozambique and Angola gain independence from Portugal

    Following Portugal's Carnation Revolution, Mozambique and Angola became independent, ending over four centuries of Portuguese presence; both soon fell into long civil wars.

    Politics· Mozambique, Angola, Portugal
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