February 12, 1542, discovery of the Amazon River
The article discusses the historical significance of the Amazon River, claiming Ecuadorian ownership based on royal decrees, and recounts its discovery by Francisco de Orellana in 1542.
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The article discusses the historical significance of the Amazon River, claiming Ecuadorian ownership based on royal decrees, and recounts its discovery by Francisco de Orellana in 1542.
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