In the late fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries, Europeans used previously existing technologies and new technologies to engage in voyages of discovery.

Develop an argument that evaluates the extent to which European overseas expansion in this period relied on previously existing technologies and new technologies.

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Jaylon Pitts

11 August, 23:41

In the late fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries, Europeans used previously existing technologies and new technologies to engage in voyages of discovery.

Develop an argument that evaluates the extent to which European overseas expansion in this period relied on previously existing technologies and new technologies.

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Omari Mahoney · Answer 1

Some navigation innovations included the astrolabe to determine latitude and the use of the compass to determine directions. A major development in the ships used was the triangular sail