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Q: What made caravels great?
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Where were caravels made?

In the 15th and 16th centuries.


What made caravels excellent ships for ocean voyages?

Caravels were fast, easy to handle on the high seas. maneuverable in battle, and seaworthy.


When was Wharf of the Caravels created?

Wharf of the Caravels was created on 1994-03-15.


What were two improvements in shipbuilding that the Portuguese made?

Two improvements made by the Portuguese in shipbuilding were the development of the caravel, a smaller and more maneuverable type of ship that was well-suited for exploration and trade, and the use of lateen sails that allowed ships to sail more effectively against the wind. These advancements played a crucial role in the Portuguese Age of Discovery.


How did new navigation tools and caravels and better maps affect travel by sea?

Caravels used triangular sails that, unlike traditional square sails, allowed ships to sail against the windnavigation tools made routes more accuratemaps made it more visible to see and travel


Did caravels help sailors?

yes


What boats did the Spaniards sail in?

Caravels


When were caravels first created?

Caravels were first created in the 15th century by Portuguese explorers. The particular type of sails developed were especially good at sailing into the wind (known as beating) and caravels were extensively employed to sail and explore the African coasts


Is caravels a pronoun?

No, caravels is a noun, a common, plural noun. The singular form is caravel. The appropriate pronoun to use for a caravel (a type of ship) is it.


Were caravels used in North Africa?

Yes.


What did Henry the navigator used to travel?

caravels


Did Henry the navigator use caravels?

yes