Funchal

History

In the early 1400s, Alvaro Fernandes was the commander of Funchal.

Related Topics:
1400s - Alvaro Fernandes - Funchal

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In the 16th century Funchal was important as a stopping place between the Indies and the New World, and was known as a wealthy place. It was also the port for Madeiran sugar and wine.

Related Topics:
16th century - Indies - New World - Sugar - Wine

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Some Navy ships including USS Arkansas, USS Chicago, USS John Hancock, USS Salem, CSS Shenandoah, USS Shenandoah, USS Yorktown visited the port.

Related Topics:
USS Arkansas - USS Chicago - USS John Hancock - USS Salem - CSS Shenandoah - USS Shenandoah - USS Yorktown

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Funchal hosted the Funchal Island Tournament in 1981 with Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama of the Brazilian League.

Related Topics:
Funchal Island Tournament - 1981 - Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama - Brazilian League

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