Pedro Álvares Cabral

Pedro Álvares Cabral was born into a noble family in Belmonte, Portugal, during the Age of Discovery.

Cabral starts his education at the Portuguese royal court, learning navigation, military tactics, and diplomacy.

Cabral joins the Portuguese Royal Navy, beginning his career in naval exploration and military service.

Cabral marries Isabel de Castro, a noblewoman from a prominent Portuguese family, strengthening his social and political ties.

Cabral participates in early Portuguese expeditions to the Indian Ocean, gaining valuable experience in long-distance navigation.

Cabral's fleet accidentally lands on the coast of Brazil, claiming the land for Portugal and initiating European exploration of South America.

Cabral officially claims the newly discovered land of Brazil for the Portuguese crown, planting a cross and naming it Vera Cruz.

Cabral returns to Lisbon after a successful but challenging voyage, bringing back valuable goods and new knowledge of the New World.

Cabral is appointed as an advisor to King Manuel I, using his experience to guide Portuguese naval and colonial policies.

Cabral takes part in Portuguese trade missions to India, further expanding Portugal's commercial and colonial interests.

Cabral retires from active naval service, settling into a life of relative peace and continued influence in Portuguese society.

Cabral uses his wealth to found charitable institutions in Belmonte, supporting the local community and education.

Cabral begins writing his memoirs, documenting his adventures and experiences for future generations.

Pedro Álvares Cabral dies in Belmonte, leaving behind a legacy as one of Portugal's greatest explorers and a key figure in the discovery of Brazil.