According to Britannica, this person pondered ruining Egypt by diverting the course of the Nile.
According to Britannica, this person pondered ruining Egypt by diverting the course of the Nile. At a young age, this person was present at the conquest of Asilah, and he was once imprisoned by his rival until after the (**) Battle of Diu. This man received aid from the corsair Timoji, and he assumed command from his rival (*) Francisco de Almeida. This man captured the island group of Socotra during a voyage with fellow countryman and island namesake Tristao da Cunha. This man captured the island of Hormuz in 1507 and later captured Goa and Malacaa. For 10 points, name this Portuguese navigator who is NOT the namesake of a city in New Mexico.
According to Britannica, this person pondered ruining Egypt by diverting the course of the Nile.
Afonso de Albuquerque