Vasco da Gama - Part 2: Setting sail into uncharted waters

On the eighth of July, in the year 1497, the fleet finally set sail. The last ropes slipped away, and the hulls moved into the open sea.The Atlantic unfolded before them, vast and unyielding. Onboard, the men felt the shift from land to ocean. The routine of the sea took hold. Watches were set, sails adjusted to capture the wind that promised distance but offered no comfort.Learn more at: https://theexplorationarchive.com/exploration/vasco-da-gamaThe Exploration Archive is part of The Archive Network by Jonkai Ventures, a collection of podcasts dedicated to exploring the great explorers and voyages that shaped our world.Support the podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon:https://thearchivenetwork.com/supportDiscover more archives and stories:https://thearchivenetwork.comExplore this archive:https://theexplorationarchive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.