Discover how Portugal became the world's first true global empire, leading the way in exploration and trade. What fascinates you most about the Portuguese Empire? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 📜 Quick Empire Facts: Name: Portuguese Empire Timeframe: 1415 - 1999 Capital: Lisbon (mainland), Rio de Janeiro (colonial) Epoch: Early Modern to Modern Period Territory: Initially focused on exploration and trade along the African coast, the Portuguese Empire later expanded to include territories in Asia (Goa, Malacca, Macau) and South America (Brazil). The Portuguese Empire was the first true global empire, pioneering the age of exploration. The empire’s influence reached from Africa to Asia and the Americas, with key explorers like Vasco da Gama and Magellan charting new routes and establishing vast trade networks that spanned the globe. Important note: The images are AI-generated and are only intended to give a rough idea of the empire and its history. Historical accuracy with regard to armor or buildings, for example, is therefore not guaranteed. I am primarily interested in a textually correct historical classification. Hit me up if you find a mistake or anything like that. Comment suggestions or feedback – What do you want to see? Best regards. Follow me for more great civilizations: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8A4kqw3aXfxzW5B07iB1OA?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.instagram.com/greatcivs/