Important Historical Events of the year 1496, Year 1496 in History

List of 1496 Major News Events in History, Most Important Historical Events in 1496

What happened in the year 1496?

Date Event
March 5, 1496 King Henry VII of England issues letters patent to John Cabot and his sons, authorising them to explore unknown lands.
March 10, 1496 After establishing the city of Santo Domingo, Christopher Columbus departs for Spain, leaving his brother in command.
December 5, 1496 King Manuel I of Portugal issues a decree ordering the expulsion of Jews from the country.