The Portuguese victory at ____ illustrated the permanent presence of the West in the Orient.

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The Portuguese victory at Diu in 1509 marked the beginning of their dominance in the Indian Ocean and the establishment of their colonial empire in the Orient. This victory ensured their control over the lucrative spice trade and marked the permanent presence of the West in the Orient. Ceylon, Calicut, Java, and Goa were also important Portuguese strongholds, but Diu was the first major victory that paved the way for their expansion in the region.

The Portuguese Victory at ____ Illustrated the Permanent Presence of the West