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Vasco da Gama built on Bartolomeu Dias's accomplishments by successfully completing the first direct sea voyage from Europe to India, establishing a sea route that Dias had only hinted at by rounding the Cape of Good Hope. While Dias's journey demonstrated the feasibility of navigating around Africa, Gama's expedition in 1497 enabled Portugal to establish a lucrative trade network in spices and other goods. This not only solidified Portugal's maritime dominance but also opened up new avenues for exploration and commerce, paving the way for future expeditions.

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