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The Phonecians
Profit.
Trade.
Trade.
The Phoenicians were a people who became prosperous through international trade.
The Hittites expanded militarily, the Phoenicians expanded through trade.
They had a fleet of armed vessels to conduct the trade, and established trading depots in the areas of interest.
The Vikings were quite successful in trade, establishing extensive networks across Europe, Asia, and even North America, facilitating the exchange of goods like furs, timber, and silver. However, comparing them to the Phoenicians, who were renowned for their maritime trade and establishment of colonies across the Mediterranean, the Phoenicians had a more profound and lasting impact on trade routes and commerce. While both civilizations were adept traders, the Phoenicians are often regarded as the more advanced and influential in the context of their era. Thus, while the Vikings were effective traders, they did not reach the same level of trade dominance as the Phoenicians.
Trade.
Trade.
Trade and security.
Ships, trade, buildings.