They discovered the Southern Route to the Indian ocean, via Cape Hope, established trading enclaves at Indian ocean Ports like Macau, and enforced their trade monopoly with Cannon, Ships, and Fortifications. They were tough, able, Mariners and Traders and they broke the Spice Monopoly belonging to the Arab Traders before them.
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Portugal lost control of the spice trade because of the Netherlands keeping them out of some of the best ports for spices.
Armed with guns and cannons the Portuguese waged war on the inhabitants of coastal towns, burned villages and overwhelmed the enemy's fleets.
Armed with guns and cannons the Portuguese waged war on the inhabitants of coastal towns, burned villages and overwhelmed the enemy's fleets.
The moors vasco de gama discovered the spice after traveling to India
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The Portuguese primarily relied on military might and strategic alliances to control the spice trade in Asia, establishing fortified trading posts and using naval power to dominate key sea routes. They aimed to monopolize the trade by capturing and controlling production areas, particularly in places like the Moluccas. In contrast, the Dutch employed a more systematic approach through the establishment of the Dutch East India Company, which combined trade, military force, and diplomacy. The Dutch focused on creating a network of trade agreements and monopolizing spice production, often undercutting Portuguese control by utilizing their superior shipping technology and efficient trade practices.
After Magellan left the Portuguese Army, he went to Spain. On March 22, 1518, Magellan persuaded King Charles I that the Spice Islands could be reached by sailing west through the New World. The King granted him a large sum of money to find a route to the Spice Islands by sailing west, thereby giving Spain control of the area.
After Magellan left the Portuguese Army, he went to Spain. On March 22, 1518, Magellan persuaded King Charles I that the Spice Islands could be reached by sailing west through the New World. The King granted him a large sum of money to find a route to the Spice Islands by sailing west, thereby giving Spain control of the area.
The Dutch conquered Portuguese Malacca in 1641 as part of their broader strategy to control the spice trade in Southeast Asia. They formed alliances with local sultanates, notably the Sultanate of Johor, and launched a well-coordinated military assault on the city. After a prolonged siege, the Dutch forces, equipped with superior naval and artillery capabilities, captured the city, effectively ending Portuguese dominance in the region and establishing Dutch control over this strategic trading hub. This conquest significantly strengthened the Dutch position in the lucrative spice trade.