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In the early 1500s, the sea route commonly referred to was the "Northwest Passage." This elusive route was sought by explorers as a potential shortcut to Asia, allowing access to trade routes for spices and other goods. Although it was not successfully navigated until much later, various expeditions during this period aimed to find a passage through the Arctic archipelago of Canada.

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