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originally maps were incredibly expensive to make and took considerable time. To recreate these was also vastly expensive. therefore when early explorers had maps which they made as they went along these were a valuable item as they were frequently the only reference to how toget to somewhere
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What made maps so valuable that they would be kept a secret?
Maps were considered highly valuable due to their ability to reveal strategic information about territories, trade routes, and resources. Control over such knowledge could grant military advantages, facilitate exploration, and enhance economic power. As a result, nations and explorers often kept maps secret to protect their interests and prevent rivals from gaining access to critical information that could undermine their position. This secrecy was particularly pronounced during periods of colonial expansion and geopolitical competition.
Why are pipelines made with few bends and kept free of dirt and rust?
to reduce vibration
How was the kiTHara made out of?
The kithara was made out of wood, typically with strings made of gut or animal intestines. The body of the instrument would have been hollow to amplify the sound produced by plucking the strings. The strings were attached to tuning pegs for adjusting pitch.
Why was the pigment from lazurite so valuable?
Only a small fraction of lapis lazuli stones could be made into pigment
What year nickel should you keep?
Nickels minted before 1965 are typically made of 35% silver and can be valuable to collectors. Look for nickels from 1942 to 1945, as they are made of 35% silver due to the shortage during World War II. Additionally, any rare or error nickels can also be valuable.
What made maps so valuable that they would be kept a secret?
Maps were considered highly valuable due to their ability to reveal strategic information about territories, trade routes, and resources. Control over such knowledge could grant military advantages, facilitate exploration, and enhance economic power. As a result, nations and explorers often kept maps secret to protect their interests and prevent rivals from gaining access to critical information that could undermine their position. This secrecy was particularly pronounced during periods of colonial expansion and geopolitical competition.
What is the presidents secret book kept?
That was made up for the movie. If it was real, if anyone told you, it wouldn't be a secret
Why was the silk road kept a secret?
because the Chinese did not want everyone to know how their silk was made.
Is the following scenario Love or Infatuation - promises are made often but rarely kept?
infatuation. because they're rarely kept, but made. love would be kept
Who's methods of microscopy were kept secret?
Antonie Philips van Leeuwenhoek kept secret, his methods of manufacturing his spherical lenses for fear of not being credited for his work with them. However, he freely shared all of the discoveries that his lenses and microscopes made possible.
Is coka cola really the worlds best kept secret?
Coca Cola claims to have the best kept secret in the world when it comes to the recipe they use to make Coke. However other companies have made that claim as well so it may or may not be true.
What are rugby clothes made out of?
The shorts are thick cotton, socks are a nylon and jerseys are from a man-made fabric which allows the body to breath the fabric mix is a well kept secret
What information would you use to support the argument that the silk trade must have been very valuable?
The silk was expensive. It was a secret of how they made silk. Silk was a highly valued fabric. Only China knew about silk and how it came from silkworm cocoons.
What years chenault guitars made?
Chenault guitars are made right here in the U.S.,Tennessee to be more precise.Made on a small scale for years these may be the best kept secret in the guitar world.
Is a wooden bowl stamped made in occupied japan valuable?
send me an images would be great.
Can conversion be kept secret?
Religion convert can be in secret only if one's life would be at risk if one's religion convert made in public. Otherwise, if religion convert is based on strong belief then one should be strong enough to publicize religion convert at least to be able to perform the ritual worships freely without any concern.
What year was secret garden made?
the secret garden was made in 1993
