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We don't know. But what we do know to explore the men had to be hard men. Getting on a small boat with 30-40 men and setting sail not really knowing where you are going takes guts.

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Who convinced Bartolomeu Dias to turn back from the southern tip of africa?

Bartolomeu Dias' crew convinced him to turn back from the southern tip of Africa due to their fear and reluctance to continue sailing into the treacherous and uncharted waters further south. They were also running low on supplies and were facing harsh weather conditions.


Did Bartolomeu Dias go to school as a boy?

There is no historical record of Bartolomeu Dias attending school as a boy. He was a Portuguese explorer known for being the first European to sail around the southern tip of Africa in 1488. His education is not well-documented, but it is likely that he received training in navigation and seamanship from experienced sailors or through practical experience at sea.


What is Bartholomew Dias favorite color?

There is no information available about what Bartholomew Dias' favorite color was.


How were Portuguese explorers different from Spanish explorers?

Portuguese explorers focused on finding trade routes to Africa and Asia, while Spanish explorers were more concentrated on colonization and conquest in the Americas. Portuguese exploration was mainly driven by trade and establishing trading posts, while Spanish exploration involved more direct colonization and exploitation of resources. Additionally, the Portuguese were early leaders in exploration, with Bartolomeu Dias rounding the Cape of Good Hope in 1488, while Spanish exploration was more concentrated in the early 16th century.


What did Bartholomeu Dias gain for himself or the country he represented?

Bartholomeu Dias gained recognition for being the first European explorer to round the southern tip of Africa, now known as the Cape of Good Hope. This achievement opened up a new trade route to Asia for Portugal, increasing their influence in trade and exploration.