John Cabot, born Giovanni Caboto, was the Italian navigator who sailed for England in 1497 and reached North America — five years after Columbus.
His voyage aboard the Matthew helped establish England’s early claim to the New World. But after a second expedition in 1498, Cabot disappeared without a trace.
What really happened to him?
This cinematic historical documentary explores:
• Cabot’s Venetian origins
• His commission from King Henry VII
• The 1497 voyage to Newfoundland
• Early European contact with North America
• The mystery of the lost 1498 expedition
• His lasting impact on British exploration
Based on established historical research and primary records, this film tells the gripping and often forgotten story of the man who helped shape the future of North America — then vanished into history.
If you enjoy Age of Exploration documentaries, maritime history, or unsolved historical mysteries, this story will captivate you.
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