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Gil Eanes was the first person to sail beyond Cape Bojador.

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What is the population of Cape Bojador?

The population of Cape Bojador is 41,178.


Where is the location of Cape Bojador?

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Did Gil Eannes a Portuguese explorer sailed past Cape Bojador in 1434?

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He discovered a passable route around Cape Bojador. This allowed the Portuguese to begin their exploration of Africa.


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Henry the Navigator sent ships to the Madeira Islands, around the dangerous Cape Bojador to Cape Blanc and Cap Vert. Thanks to his studies, the ships also went to the Gambia River and Cape Palmas.


Where did Prince Henry want to explore?

Henry set up many expeditions down the coast of Africa, but never went on them himself. He sent Portuguese ships to the Madeira Islands, rounded Cape Bojador, sailed to Cape Blanc, sailed around Cap, and went as far as the Gambia River and Cape Palmas


Who was the first person to sail the cape of good hope?

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How many voyages did Prince Henry take?

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What is a point extending into a body of water?

A point extending into a body of water is called a cape. The cape sticks out into the water beyond the adjacent coast.