Shianne
Shianne Schimmel Period 2
Chapter 14 Review
Discovery and Crisis in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries
Age of Discovery and Expansion By the sixteenth century the Atlantic coast was the center of commercial activity. This age of expansion was a factor in European transition from the farming economy to a commercial and industrial capitalistic system. Expansion led to Europeans meeting non-European people that started a new age of world history.
Motives of Expansion
• • • • • • • • Catholic Europe confined to one geographical area and wanted to expand (failed attempt by crusades) Contact with non-European civilization limited until overseas explorations Muslims cut off Europe from countries in east, Mongol reopened doors -Niccolo and Maffeo Polo and Marco took journey to Great Khan Conquests of Ottoman Turks and breakup of Mongol Empire = less western traffic Closing of overland routes = Europeans interested in other routes to Asia to access precious items and spices. Spain and Portugal had strong crusading mentality Prince Henry (Navigator of Portugal) wanted increase in faith in the Lord and gain more followers Intertwining secular and religious affairs made glory, intellectual curiosity and spirit of adventure = European expansion “God, Glory, and Gold”
Wealth and Technology
By the end of the 15th century, Europeans achieved wealth and technology that allowed regular series of voyages beyond Europe • Portolani- detailed charts • Developed better ships able to engage in naval warfare- carry cannons and many goods • New navigational aids invented- compass and astrolabe
Development of a Portuguese Empire
• Portugal took lead in exploring the coast of Africa under Prince Henry the navigator. His motives were seeking a christian kingdom as an ally against Muslims, obtaining trade opportunities for Portugal and extending Christianity. Through regular expeditions, Portuguese went along the African coast. Facilitated trade in gold, ivory and
Chapter 14 Review
Discovery and Crisis in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries
Age of Discovery and Expansion By the sixteenth century the Atlantic coast was the center of commercial activity. This age of expansion was a factor in European transition from the farming economy to a commercial and industrial capitalistic system. Expansion led to Europeans meeting non-European people that started a new age of world history.
Motives of Expansion
• • • • • • • • Catholic Europe confined to one geographical area and wanted to expand (failed attempt by crusades) Contact with non-European civilization limited until overseas explorations Muslims cut off Europe from countries in east, Mongol reopened doors -Niccolo and Maffeo Polo and Marco took journey to Great Khan Conquests of Ottoman Turks and breakup of Mongol Empire = less western traffic Closing of overland routes = Europeans interested in other routes to Asia to access precious items and spices. Spain and Portugal had strong crusading mentality Prince Henry (Navigator of Portugal) wanted increase in faith in the Lord and gain more followers Intertwining secular and religious affairs made glory, intellectual curiosity and spirit of adventure = European expansion “God, Glory, and Gold”
Wealth and Technology
By the end of the 15th century, Europeans achieved wealth and technology that allowed regular series of voyages beyond Europe • Portolani- detailed charts • Developed better ships able to engage in naval warfare- carry cannons and many goods • New navigational aids invented- compass and astrolabe
Development of a Portuguese Empire
• Portugal took lead in exploring the coast of Africa under Prince Henry the navigator. His motives were seeking a christian kingdom as an ally against Muslims, obtaining trade opportunities for Portugal and extending Christianity. Through regular expeditions, Portuguese went along the African coast. Facilitated trade in gold, ivory and