Historical Events In 1501
May 14 Lisbon Portugal, explorer Gaspar Corte Réal leaves on his second voyage to Newfoundland; never heard from again.
May 20 Joao da Nova Castell discovers Ascension Islands
Jan 17 Cesare Borgia returns in triumph to Rome from Romagna
Jan 17 Cesare Borgia returns in triumph to Rome from Romagna
Jul 27 Copernicus formally installed as canon of Frauenberg Cathedral
