Explorers: How Were They Able to Travel Great Distances During the Age of Exploration?
Explorers traveled great distances using caravels, faster ships created by the Portuguese. They relied on advances in cartography for better maps and navigational tools like the astrolabe and magnetic compass. Knowledge of wind patterns also helped them undertake long voyages across the oceans. Additionally, improvements in shipbuilding led to the creation of more durable vessels, … Read more