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The Portuguese Naval Arsenal of Lisbon
While earlier episodes have explored the vast global reach of the Estado da Índia and the political maneuvering of figures like King Afonso I or the Marquis of Pombal, this episode zooms in on the physical engine that made such an empire possible: the Royal Shipyards of Lisbon. We trace the evolution of the Arsenal da Marinha from its medieval roots to its zenith under King Manuel I, examining how state-controlled shipbuilding allowed Portugal to dominate the spice trade despite having a tiny population. Lucas and Luna discuss the specific labor force of carpenters and caulkers, the technical…
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