Miguel de Castanhoso
Miguel de Castanhoso was a 16th-century Portuguese soldier and chronicler, best known for his detailed account of the Portuguese expedition to Abyssinia from 1541 to 1543. Little information is available about Castanhoso's personal life, but his main work offers a valuable insight into his experience and observations.
As a member of the expedition led by Cristóvão da Gama, Castanhoso played an active role in the events he describes. His account, based on first-hand observations, is considered...
