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The Portuguese Padrões: Stone Crosses That Claimed an Empire
In this episode of The History of Portugal, Lucas and Luna explore the legacy of the padrões—the stone crosses that Portuguese explorers erected along African and Asian coasts to mark their discoveries and claim territory for the crown. From Diogo Cão's crosses in the Congo to Bartolomeu Dias's padrão at Kwaaihoek, these monuments were both practical navigation aids and enduring symbols of empire. The conversation covers the religious and political significance of the crosses, how they were carved and shipped, and what happened to them after the empire faded. Lucas shares the story…
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