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Portugal
Portugal
Portugal
the Netherlands
Portugal was the European country that led in developing and applying 15th-century sailing innovations. Under the patronage of Prince Henry the Navigator, Portuguese explorers made significant advancements in navigation and shipbuilding, including the design of the caravel. These innovations enabled them to explore the West African coast and eventually reach territories in Asia and the Americas, establishing a vast maritime empire. This period marked the beginning of the Age of Exploration, significantly shaping global trade and cultural exchanges.
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Caravel
It was the most effective sailing ship of the 15th Century
evidence of sailing was found in ancient Egypt but major technology did not exists until the 15th century in Europe.
It was Catholic
What was the effect of European exploration on global interactions in the fifteenth century
Europeans discovered sailing through a combination of necessity, exploration, and trade. Early seafaring cultures, such as the Phoenicians and Greeks, developed sailing techniques to navigate rivers and coasts, gradually venturing into open waters. Innovations in shipbuilding and navigation, alongside the desire for new trade routes and territories, led to the Age of Exploration in the 15th century, significantly expanding European maritime capabilities. This period saw advancements in sailing technology, including the use of the compass and improved ship designs, which facilitated long-distance voyages.