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1507

Portuguese seize Hormuz

Portuguese forces captured Hormuz, seeking to control commerce through one of the world's key sea passages.

Canonical milestoneHormuz Island1 timeline

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TimelineTimeline of the Strait of Hormuz

Position 5

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Sources

BritannicaConfidence 95%

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empireshippingportuguese