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The Portuguese Crown initiated exploratory expeditions to establish colonization centers in the New World due to competition from the French and the wealth gained by the Spaniards from indigenous peoples. The first expedition, led by Gaspar de Lemos, focused on mapping the coast and collecting brazilwood, while the second expedition in 1503, commanded by Gonçalo Coelho, aimed to locate areas rich in brazilwood. Amerigo Vespucci was part of this second expedition and established the Cabo Frio factory.

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