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Europeans began to develop commercial networks in the Atlantic during the Age of Exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries primarily to access new trade routes and resources. The search for direct trade routes to Asia for spices and luxury goods, along with the desire for gold and other valuable resources in the Americas, fueled this expansion. Additionally, advancements in navigation and shipbuilding technology made long ocean voyages more feasible, leading to increased maritime exploration and the establishment of colonies that facilitated trade.

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