Martim Afonso de Sousa (1500-1571) was a Portuguese explorer. His name is also sometimes spelled Martim Afonso de Souza. Born in Viçosa, he was commander of the first Portuguese expedition into mainland Brazil. Acquired Diu, in India in 1535.

1500 births | 1571 deaths | Portuguese explorers | Explorers of South America

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