In the late 1400s and early 1500s, a major reason for European voyages of exploration was the desire for new trade routes to access valuable spices, silks, and other goods from Asia. The fall of Constantinople in 1453 restricted overland trade routes, prompting European powers to seek alternative maritime paths. Additionally, the spread of Renaissance ideas and advancements in navigation technology fueled a spirit of curiosity and competition among nations like Spain and Portugal. This era marked the beginning of extensive exploration that would lead to the discovery of new lands and the expansion of empires.
They wanted to find an all water route to North America.
They help lead it by saying that molecules are the reason they found New lanad and have explorations.
Europeans decided to import African slaves as opposed to slaves from other countries, because 1) they were immune to the same diseases that were killing off so many Native Americans, 2) they were strong 3) parts of Africa already had a history of slavery, so it was easy to convince communities to turn in their enemies for money.
Europeans historically held a variety of beliefs shaped by cultural, religious, and philosophical influences. During the Middle Ages, Christianity was the dominant faith, guiding moral values and societal norms. The Renaissance and Enlightenment periods introduced humanism and rationalism, emphasizing reason and individualism. Additionally, various folk beliefs and superstitions coexisted alongside these dominant ideologies, reflecting a diverse tapestry of thought.
Scientific successes convinced educated Europeans of the power of human reason
Scientific successes convinced educated Europeans of the power of human reason
The main reason Europeans were exploring was that they were looking for a new trade route to the far east. They began exploring the North American continent in the hopes of finding things to take back and trade.
Chinaâ??s decision to end naval exploration in 1433 was an economic issue. Costs for building Peking and other campaigns, caused the Ming Dynasty to cut off the exploration. At that time, many were complaining about the cost of these expeditions, so their efforts had not been without criticism.
what were jacques marquette reason for exploration
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exploration in the world wa for people to figure out what they had left in life
The three reasons for exploration were to get money, become famous, and spread Christianity.
to find riches and gold
Fame and fortune.
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His reasons for exploration was, he was intent on finding the North-West passage to Asia