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Prince Henry began exploring West Africa. He used new caravel ships that started seafaring expeditions.
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This event is significant to the start of the exploration of the American Lands. This event has shaped the start of American history.
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Henry VII granted exploration of this area. This specific exploration would later help Britain's claim of Canada.
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da Gama discovered the sea route to India. The Portuguese king wanted to find a maritime route to the East.
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Balboa was the first European to sail across the Pacific Ocean to the New World.
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During the Age of Discovery was the first European to reach China by sea.
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Cartier went on three expeditions from 1534 to 1542. Cartier had also given the name to Canada.
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European culture was brought to Japan and established commercial relations. This discovery was not intentional as the ship was originally blown off course.
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A bay was discovered on Frobisher's voyage and explored one of the uninhabited areas of Northern Canada.
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Henry Hudson explored North America through the Dutch East India Company. He made two attempts at this voyage.