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Gama Sails Africa's East Coast
Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama is 1st European to sail along Africa's East Coast, names it Natal
1497 Highlights
About December 16, 1497
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 526 years, 7 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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