Factors and Impacts of the Age of Exploration
The Age of Exploration was influenced by various factors, such as the Crusades, increased trade with the Middle East, and the search for a sea route to Asia. These events led to advancements in technology, cultural diffusion, and increased curiosity about the world, ultimately shaping the course of history.
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What Factors Led to the Age of Exploration?
The Crusades From 1100 to 1300 Christians and Muslims fought a series of religious wars for control of Palestine (The Holy Land) known as the Crusades Christians failed to free Palestine from Muslim control The Crusades had a lasting effect on Europe
Results of the Crusades Merchants increased their trade with the Middle East after experiencing Middle Eastern goods Crusaders returned home with exotic spices, silk, and cotton Increased travel made Europeans more aware of the rest of the world and curious to explore
Results of the Crusades: Technology Increases through Cultural Diffusion Increase in trade led to an increase of knowledge The magnetic compass and astrolabe helped sailors stay on course and made sailing less frightening Prince Henry of Portugal advanced sailing technology by creating a school for sailors in Sagres (saw-grish)
Why was there a Search for a Sea Route to Asia? As trade brought new prosperity to Europe, Kings and Queens fought to increase their power Huge profits could be made in China. However, land routes were often dangerous, timely, and expensive
