João Gonçalves Zarco
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João Gonçalves Zarco (c. 1390 – 21 November 1471)[1] was a Portuguese explorer who established settlements and recognition of the Madeira Islands, and was appointed first captain of Funchal by Henry the Navigator.
Quick Facts 1st Donatary-Captain of Funchal, Monarchs ...
João Gonçalves Zarco | |
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1st Donatary-Captain of Funchal | |
In office 1425–1467 | |
Monarchs | John I Edward I Afonso V |
Succeeded by | João Gonçalves da Câmara |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1390 Kingdom of Portugal |
Died | 21 November 1471 Funchal |
Occupation | Explorer, colonial administrator |
Known for | Settler of the Archipelago of Madeira |
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