João Vaz Corte-Real
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João Vaz Corte-Real was a Portuguese sailor, claimed by some accounts to have been an explorer of a land called Terra Nova do Bacalhau, speculated to possibly have been a part of North America. These
Statue of João Vaz Corte-Real on display at the Museu de Angra do Heroísmo, Azores
Corte-Real family
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The Corte-Real family is a Portuguese noble family dating back to 14th century, originating in Tavira. The family is famous for its involvement in the Portuguese discoveries during the Age of Explorat
João Vaz Corte-Real
…was awarded the donatário–captaincies of São Jorge and Angra for his accomplishments, but contemporary documents contradict this claim. A member of the Corte-Real family, João Vaz was the father of Miguel and Gaspar Corte-Real, who some claim accompanied him on his voyage. Fragmentary evidence suggests the expedition…
Coat of Arms de Vasco Anes Corte Real
Statue in Lisbon of Jerónimo Corte-Real
Painting of Francisco de Moura Corte Real, 3rd Marquis of Castelo Rodrigo
Engraving of Diogo de Mendonça Corte-Real