A shorter sea route to Asia...
A shorter sea route to Asia...
Asia's good can't get to he europeans because of the Muslims so they have to look for a route that they can trade with the Asia directly. if they can find that route then they wont hav o deal with the Muslims.The Christian Europeans did no like the situation, since region and politics. The Europeans wanted a sea route to Asia because of trade.
Europeans sought economic gain from natural resources in Africa and consumer markets in Asia.
Europeans sought a water route to Asia primarily to access valuable trade goods such as spices, silk, and precious metals, which were highly sought after in European markets. The overland routes, such as the Silk Road, were long, dangerous, and controlled by intermediaries, leading to high costs and limited access. Additionally, the desire to spread Christianity and gain geopolitical advantages motivated exploration. Finding a direct sea route would allow for more efficient trade and greater profits.
To gain food, spices, and silk from Asia. Also they knew people would pay more money for things from Asia
In both areas, Europeans were mainly seeking economic gain for markets in their homeland.
Because European merchants knew that if they could trade directly with people in Asia, they could make enormous profits.
Europeans sought an all-water route to the East primarily to access valuable goods like spices, silk, and precious metals, which were highly sought after in Europe. The overland trade routes were often long, dangerous, and controlled by intermediaries, which increased costs. By finding a direct maritime passage, Europeans aimed to reduce trade expenses, gain greater control over the lucrative trade, and enhance their economic power. Additionally, the rise of maritime technology and navigation encouraged exploration and the quest for new trade routes.
The Europeans were more advanted technology wise than Africa and Asia. During this time, the Europeans were coming to Africa and capturing people and using them as slaves. Europe had modevations: 1. Spread Religion 2. Find new trade routes 3. Gain more land These were great incentives for the Europeans. Hope this helps!
He wanted to find a new route to Asia.
Europeans began exploring foreign lands looking for more trade routes to Asia and Africa. They wanted to trade more to acquire wealth and power and were also looking to establish more colonies to gain power and wealth and to spread ideas, religion, and social-Darwinism.
The Europeans exploited Africa's land and people.