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Portugal Prepares the Ceuta Expedition (1410)

Type Event Region Europe Time 1410

Around 1410 King João I and his son Prince Henry began systematically preparing a cross-sea expedition against Ceuta, laying the groundwork for its c…

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  1. 1410Lisbon · PortugalJoão I determined in court that Ceuta was the primary target, motivated by controlling trade in the Strait of Gibraltar, suppressing piracy, and gaining crusading prestige.
  2. 1410Portuguese coast · PortugalPrince Henry participated in organizing fleet construction, recruiting soldiers, and raising war funds, carrying out cross-sea operational preparations in Lisbon and coastal ports.

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