John Cabot receives charter from King Henry VII
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John Cabot receives charter from King Henry VII
John Cabot and his sons receive the charter from King Henry VII to sail in search of new lands. Date: 1496
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John Cabot and His Sons Receive the Royal Charter from King Henry VII (1496) This historic moment captures the granting of a charter to the intrepid explorer, John Cabot, and his sons, Sebastian and Lorenzo, by King Henry VII of England. The scene takes place in the late 15th century, marking the commencement of a new era in British expansion and overseas discovery. King Henry VII, seated gracefully on the throne, bestows the charter upon John Cabot and his sons with a solemn expression. The king's bishop looks on approvingly from the side, while a page kneels at the foot of the throne, holding the rolled-up charter. John Cabot, a veteran explorer, and his sons, Sebastian and Lorenzo, are dressed in the finest attire of the age, signifying their noble status as explorers. Their determined expressions and posture convey their readiness for the arduous journey ahead. The charter granted Cabot and his sons the permission to travel overseas in search of new lands. This significant event marked the beginning of a new phase in British history, paving the way for further exploration and discovery. The age of exploration was a time of great adventure and risk-taking, as explorers set sail in search of new lands, resources, and opportunities. John Cabot's voyages, which took place between 1497 and 1498, were instrumental in establishing England's presence in the New World. This photograph, taken from an original print from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the rich history of exploration and discovery that shaped the world as we know it today.
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