Europe
Most of the early explorers during the Age of Exploration came from Europe. Notable explorers like Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, and Vasco da Gama were from European countries such as Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Europe was the continent where most explorers originated from, with countries such as Spain, Portugal, England, France, and the Netherlands leading the way in exploration during the Age of Discovery.
Antarctica is the only continent that was left untouched by European explorers until the 19th century.
Explorers came to the New World in search of wealth and resources, to spread Christianity, and to expand their empires and territories.
Africa is sometimes referred to as the "dark continent." This term has historical origins related to the unexplored nature of the continent by early European explorers. It is considered outdated and carries negative connotations.
The Continent the explorers came from was Europe.
Most of the early explorers during the Age of Exploration came from Europe. Notable explorers like Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan, and Vasco da Gama were from European countries such as Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
The explorers were from Europe.
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Europe
Europe was the continent where most explorers originated from, with countries such as Spain, Portugal, England, France, and the Netherlands leading the way in exploration during the Age of Discovery.
Early European explorers were looking for an easier route to Asia and India. Believing the Earth was round, they thought they could travel west to get there. When they came to land, thinking they found India, they referred to the natives as Indians not realizing it was a different continent.
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Depending on the economies and the extent of the expedition, explorers usually arrive at the continent's shores by ship or by chartered airplane.
Antarctica is the only continent that was left untouched by European explorers until the 19th century.
Explorers and missionaries greatly impacted the continent of Africa. Explorers saw Africans as a resource to be traded and sold. Missionaries saw what they believed to be savage people in need of saving.
Most Africans who came to America came as slaves.