The source of riches for European traders primarily stemmed from the lucrative trade in spices, silks, and precious metals, particularly during the Age of Exploration. European merchants sought direct access to Asian markets, which were rich in exotic goods that were highly valued in Europe. Additionally, the transatlantic slave trade and the exploitation of colonies in the Americas contributed significantly to the wealth of European traders. This quest for resources and trade routes fueled exploration and colonization efforts across the globe.
liquor, guns, and metal goods for the slaves
North African traders introduced Islam to West Africa during medievalism, during the 8th century.
British traders refused to stop breaking Chinese laws against selling opium.
well, not completely but if they had the smarts and brains they could have
A devastating series of wars erupted among tribes vying for the opportunity to trade animal skins for European-manufactured goods.
from the 13th Century to the 17th Century the Hanseatic League dominated trade in this area. They were a mercantile league of German towns
Portuguese traders accounted for 95% of the slave trade in the fifteenth century.
history of subcontinent in early 17th century
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Lack of a unified political system, easy availability of cheap labour and vast areas full of untapped resources like gold, diamonds, cotton, spices and the like attracted European traders to the subcontinent in the late 16th and early 17th century.
European traders arrived in Southwest Asia around the first century after the birth of Jesus Christ. The Crusades would later make it difficult to trade with the Arabs and Europeans began to look for routes other than land routes.
The cashew nut was first discovered by the Portuguese in Brazil in the 16th century. They were brought to other regions by European explorers and traders.
The British, Portuguse, and the Dutch during the 17th century.
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The first Japanese port that was opened to the European traders was known as Nagasaki.