yes
His motivation was to find the northwest passage
advantages: when they first got to Canada they traded with the Indian tribes disadvantages: they were not prepared for the harsh winter they couldn't claim the land because of thee natives
All exploration is based on economics. People routinely went off searching for other lands which might yield goods they could sell. We still do this, though we now seek more varied ways of making money from other countries and regions.
northwest ordinance
they found out that Canada exists
they found out that Canada exists
The search for the Northwest Passage and Magellan's circumnavigation of the globe significantly expanded European understanding of geography and global trade routes. These explorations revealed the vastness of the Earth's oceans and the existence of diverse cultures and lands previously unknown to Europeans. They also challenged existing maps and navigational knowledge, leading to advancements in cartography and navigation techniques. Ultimately, these endeavors fostered a greater sense of global interconnectedness and spurred further exploration and colonization efforts.
The search for the Northwest Passage and Magellan's circumnavigation significantly expanded Europeans' geographical knowledge and understanding of global geography. Magellan's voyage demonstrated that the Earth was round and that there were vast oceans separating continents, while the pursuit of the Northwest Passage revealed the complexities of North America's geography. Both undertakings challenged existing maps and navigational theories, leading to increased exploration and more accurate cartography. Ultimately, they fostered a sense of global interconnectedness and encouraged further exploration of uncharted territories.
yes
in 1604
The Europeans wanted to cross the pacific ocean.
Europeans are intreasted in an Northwest passage because it would lead to Asia giving the country massive trading power and wealth.
They were looking for a northwest passage.
The settlement of North America .
The Northwest passage would make life eaisier for everyone in trade and travel.
the native Americans