Maritime Exploration
5 articles in this category
Exploration and Colonization in the Pacific: 1699-1797
Discover pivotal explorations and colonization from 1699-1797 with key figures like Dampier, Cook, and Bougainville mapping new lands.
Dutch Expansion in East Asia: A Century of Trade Dominance
Explore the 17th century shift in maritime dominance from Portuguese to Dutch control through strategic trading posts and alliances.
Portuguese Expansion into Asia: 15th to Early 16th Centuries
Portuguese dominance over Asian maritime trade routes from 1498 to early 16th century via military might and strategic bases.
European Colonial Advantages in Africa and Asia
Explore early European colonial expansion into Africa and Asia from 15th to mid-18th centuries, focusing on Portugal's trade dominance through strategic outposts.
Portuguese Maritime Expansion: Early Voyages and Motivations
Explore Portugal's maritime expansion driven by Prince Henry, economic needs, religious zeal, and strategic alliances, marking the start of Europe's Age of Discovery.