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Miguel Corte-Real | |
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| Born | c. 1448 |
| Disappeared | 1502 (aged 53–54) Presumed lost at sea |
| Nationality | Portuguese |
| Occupation(s) | Navigator and explorer |
| Known for | Exploring the North American coast. |
Miguel Corte-Real (Portuguese pronunciation: [miˈɣɛl ˈkoɾtɨ ʁiˈal]; c. 1448 – 1502?) was a Portuguese explorer who charted about 600 miles of the coast of Labrador.[1] In 1502, he disappeared while on an expedition and was believed to be lost at sea.