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Spain and Portugal were the leaders of the Age of Discovery, or of Exploration. This era began when the Portuguese explored Africa's west coast in 1418, followed by the Spanish discovery of America in 1492. The ocean route to the East was discovered in 1498, spurring European expeditions across the Atlantic and Pacific throughout the 17th and 18th centuries. This period is generally accepted as the transition from the Middle Ages to the Modern era and led to contact with the New World, colonialism, empires, transfers of goods, ideas, illnesses, and people.
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What are the three countries that led Europe's Age of Exploration?
Portugal and Spain
How did the Age of Exploration in Europe contribute to the success of the Commercial Revolution?
It led to the discovery of new, efficient trade routes between Europe and Asia.
Why did the age of exploration happen?
The Age of Exploration began in the late 15th century and continued into the 18th century. It led ultimately to Europe colonizing the Americas and large parts of Africa and Asia.
What effects did the age of exploration have on the world?
The Age of Exploration introduced New World crops to the Old World and vice versa. It led to European countries establishing colonies in the Americas.
What three countries led the age of exploration?
Spain an Portugal the third is a tough choice but I believe it was the English
Which two countries led the exploration of New World?
Spain and Portugal led the exploration of the New World
What effects did the age of exploration have on the modern world?
the America's were discovered
When did the age of exploration take place?
The Great Age of Exploration also known as the age of discovery took place from 1400s to 1500s. Just so you know Spain and Portugal were the main countries to spark off this era.
What country led the age of exploration?
Portigul
How exploration and trade contributed to the growth of capitalism in Europe during this time?
how exploration led to capitalism
How did exploration and trade contributed to the growth of capitalism in Europe during this time?
how exploration led to capitalism
Which country led the world in exploration for over 100 years?
Europe
