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They didn't encourage it, but they did it to expand their empire, wealth, and power, through exploring the New World. It was helped along via the competitiveness between Spain and England, the two global superpowers that were competing for the most power, new land, and wealth.
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Which nation did prince Henry help take the lead in overseas exploration?
Prince Henry helped lead Portugal in overseas exploration.
What is the meaning of overseas exploration?
"Overseas exploration" means exploring places that are separated from your place of origin by an ocean or a sea, so to get there you have to go "over the sea."
The European kingdom which took the lead in overseas exploration?
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What is a possible explanation of why china abandoned overseas exploration in 1425?
The possible explanation is that the Chinese thought that overseas exploration may violate Confucian principles. Another reason is that the Chinese wanted to preserve their traditions intact.
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