Spain
1400s
Countries in the 1400s and 1500s sent out explorers primarily to find new trade routes, particularly to access valuable spices and goods in Asia, bypassing intermediaries. They were also motivated by a desire for territorial expansion, wealth, and the spread of Christianity. Additionally, advancements in navigation and shipbuilding facilitated longer voyages, enabling nations to claim new lands and resources. Lastly, national competition and the desire for prestige further fueled exploration efforts among European powers.
The explorers such as Christopher Columbus were sent by Kings or Queens that the explorers' countries affiliated with. Kings' or Queens' reason was for the expansion of their country. Increase in wealth, finding new resources such as gold.
Portugal.
Spain
1400s
Maguel hidaglo and pizzia portano were the first.
France, England, Spain, and Portugal Hope that helps
In the 1700s, more slaves from West Africa were sent to the Caribbean than to South America. In the 1800s, about the same amount of slaves were sent from West Africa to both places.
Matthew flinders
they wanted to find a direct water route to north america
Every country in the world has sent explorers. Spain, France, and England were 3 well known countries to send explorers to the United States.
The explorers such as Christopher Columbus were sent by Kings or Queens that the explorers' countries affiliated with. Kings' or Queens' reason was for the expansion of their country. Increase in wealth, finding new resources such as gold.
Some specific European countries that sent explorers to the Americas include Spain, Portugal, England, France, and the Netherlands. These explorers were instrumental in the colonization and expansion of European powers in the Americas.
England
The King