Question

How did the Portuguese gain control of the spice trade

Answer 1

from what i know they used a route around the world

they sent an explorer to find spices and they found a lot of it and so they became the spice boss.

Until others found the route they were taking and used it.

HOPE THIS HELPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 2

They conquered Malacca and seized cities on the east coast of Africa, using military and missionary force. ... They captured Malacca from the Portuguese and opened trade with China. They used military force and forged close ties with local rulers than the Portuguese had.