Explorers By chappellzac Jan 1, 1427 Discovery and Colognization of Azora Island Henry discovered Azora Island Jan 1, 1434 Henry passes the Cap Bojador Henry was the first European explorer to cross this cap. Jan 1, 1480 Columbus sails to Portugal Jan 1, 1492 Vasco da Gama became a Naval officer Aug 1, 1492 Columbus sails to America Jul 8, 1497 Vasco Da Gama's exploration to India Oct 31, 1500 Balboa sails to South America Jan 1, 1511 Magellan's expedition to Melaka Jul 14, 1512 Balboa's expedition to Ithmus Jan 1, 1520 Magellan sails down the coast of South America Jan 1, 1522 Ship continues with Magellan dead Sep 1, 1524 Vasco da Gama's final destination Vasco da Gama's final destination was Malabar Coast.
