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Portuguese Prince Henry the Navigator - who started the age of exploration - was fascinated by stories that somewhere along Africa's west coast an Christian empire was to be found, ruled by a mythical Priest John. There was no such person or empire, but in the process of looking for it the whole west coast - and a little later, the sea route to the Indies - was discovered. The Portuguese also wanted to spread Christianity to 'heathen' lands, but the Spanish spent much more energy on that when they discovered and colonized Middle and South America. Within a matter of two generations, the religion and culture of the Mayas and Incas was wiped out and replaced with Christian religion and culture.
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∙ 14y agoin knowing there are two approaches, the outward and inward.
know thyself, say elders.
seeking self outwards led to exploration
thus religion is a quest or exploration
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∙ 14y agoThe explorers were partially motivated by the desire to save souls and convert people Christian.
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∙ 11y agocuriousity for the new world, religion and profits
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∙ 15y agoto convert everyone possible.
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What was the Transatlantic World like on the eve of the European Age of Discovery?
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What factors led to the age of European exploration and discovery?
none
How did the travels of European during the age of discovery impact maps?
The travels of Europeans during the age of discovery of the impact maps helped in the drawing of some of the impact maps that we have today.
Briefly discuss the role that monarchies played in European explorations during the Age of Discovery?
they played a big role in the european explorations
What were the motivations behind European explorations of distant lands?
No
What were the motivations and early tensions of the Scramble for Africa?
The motivations for the scramble for Africa was to obtain resources and labor for European countries. There were tensions because of competition among the European powers.
Who is most responsible for the great age of European discovery beginning early in the 15th century?
ferdinand magellan
What were Jacques Cartier's contributions to the great age of European discovery?
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How did the travelers of European explorers during the age of discovery impact maps?
Maps Became More Accurate As New Lands Were Found. . .
What were the main stimuli to European voyages of exploration during the Age of Discovery?
Gold, claim land, glory, fame and riches of all sorts.
How did the travels of european explorers during the age of discovery impact maps?
Maps Became More Accurate As New Lands Were Found. . .
Who helped start age of discovery?
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