Trade Routes
4 articles in this category
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.
Portuguese Exploration: Navigating Africa to India
Explore the pivotal Portuguese voyages from Africa to India during the Age of Discovery.
Commercial Revival in Medieval Italy
Explore the resurgence of trade and banking in Medieval Italian cities, connecting Europe to Africa and Asia.
The Rise of Phoenicia: A Period of Transformation
Explore how Phoenicia rose to maritime dominance after 1000 BC, shaping Mediterranean trade and culture through economic innovation and alphabetic script.