A shortage of land for the growing population in Greece.
Which was the most important reason for the Greek colonization of the Mediterranean and Black Sea areas between 800 and 600 B.C.?
Which was the most important reason for the Greek colonization of the Mediterranean and Black Sea areas between 800 and 600 B.C.?
During the earlier years of ancient Greek civilization (800-600 BC or BCE), the most important reason for Greek colonization of the Mediterranean and Black Seas was economic. Utilizing their sea-faring skills, groups of Greeks ventured forth to find suitable places for establishing trading posts and then more developed settlements -- primarily for the sake of the economic benefits involved.
a shortage of land for the growing population in greece by: sammy
Interest in strategic port locationsDesire for resources e.g. Spices
what was the reason for colonization in the middle colonies
the rich soil and freedom
It was an experiment in religious freedom and tolerance.
Italy's position in the Mediterranean was a key reason why the Roman empire was centred of the Mediterranean. It central position in that sea also helped to make it the geographical and economic pivot of the empire as it stood at the crossroad between the western and eastern basins of the Mediterranean and provided a link between this sea and the areas north of the Alps.
Greed
Greece is Located on the Mediterranean Sea.
Obtained raw materials for factories.
prevent further European colonization in the Caribbean region