C. A shortcut to India and China (Apex)
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a shortcut to India and china
a shortcut to India and china
He was expecting to find the Northwest Passage to China.
a shortcut to India and china
They expected shorter way between the both oceans around South America through Magalhães Strait.
Explorers expected the Northwest Passage to be a direct water route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Arctic Archipelago of Canada. They believed it would facilitate trade by providing a shorter route for shipping goods between Europe and Asia. Many explorers also hoped the passage would be navigable year-round, leading to significant economic benefits and territorial expansion. However, they encountered harsh conditions and ice, making the passage much more challenging than anticipated.
They expected shorter way between the both oceans around South America through Magalhães Strait.
The small details of the passage
the harpooner
the harpooner