Vasco da Gama - Part 3: Navigating the southern seas

As they pushed further south, the southern seas announced themselves with a different voice. The armada met the great bend of the African continent, where the wind and current conspired with cliffs to punish the unwary.On the twenty-second of November, the passage around that promontory forced captains to make tough choices. Should they hug the dangerous shore or venture into open swell? As they approached, the air turned sharp and cold.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.