Which European power, under Afonso de Albuquerque, took over the Kingdom of Hormuz in 1515 and sacked Khor Fakkan?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Portuguese Empire
- Step 1: Afonso de Albuquerque conquered the Kingdom of Hormuz. An attempt in 1507 failed, but the Portuguese succeeded in taking over Hormuz in 1515. Khor Fakkan was sighted on 22 September, but it was also sacked. Answer: The Portuguese Empire. Why not the others: The Dutch Empire, The British East India Company and The French Navy don't fit.
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