Prince Henry of Portugal established a center of navigation and Exploration in the time of the ReformatioN
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in 1419, the Portuguese under the leadership of Prince Henry the Navigator, explored the Atlantic coast of Africa. In 1488 Bartholomew Dias used this route to reach the Indian Ocean.
Portugal was the first country to take the lead in overseas exploration during the Age of Discovery in the 15th century. This was largely due to its strategic location along the Atlantic coast, advancements in navigation technology, and the support of Prince Henry the Navigator, who promoted exploration and maritime education. Portugal sought new trade routes to acquire spices, gold, and other valuable resources, as well as to spread Christianity. These factors combined to position Portugal at the forefront of global exploration during this period.
Portugal was the leading European country in overseas exploration during the Age of Discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries. Under the patronage of Prince Henry the Navigator, Portuguese explorers mapped much of the West African coast and were the first Europeans to reach India by sea, with Vasco da Gama's voyage in 1498. Their advancements in navigation, shipbuilding, and cartography laid the groundwork for subsequent explorations by other European powers.
Prince Henry the Navigator was from Portugal.
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That would be Portugal.
Henry the Navigator (1394-1460) established an observatory and the first school for navigators in Europe at Sagres, Portugal. -
Prince Henry was a very successful explorer and was a major part in the Age of Exploration.
The two main factors that enabled the Portuguese to begin overseas exploration were advances in maritime technology, such as improved ship design and navigation tools, and the support of wealthy sponsors like Prince Henry the Navigator who funded expeditions and encouraged exploration.
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Prince Henry of Portugal established a center of navigation and Exploration in the time of the ReformatioN
Prince Henry was important to the age of exploration because he encouraged most explorers to go on expeditions! I think he also went on an exploration himself.
Prince Henry started the age of exploration. Sometimes he was called Henry the Navigator . Born 1394 in Portugal, Henry became interested in the world exploration at age 17.
Yes they did have affect on his exploration.