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Jan 1, 1440
Prince Henry sponsors exploration
In the early 1400s, Prince Henry sponsored exploration for voyages, mainly around the African Coast. -
Apr 1, 1440
The Printing Press
Around 1440, the printing press was created. This changed the formatting for transcription and writing. -
Apr 7, 1492
The Columbian Exchange
Started in 1492, The Columbian Exchange impacted the Old and New Worlds and established exchange, trade, and disease. -
Oct 12, 1492
Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas
Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas, which was a big step to navigation and closeness. -
Feb 1, 1519
Magellan Navigated Around the Globe
Magellan's three year voyage around the globe happened around this time. The dates for this were 1519-1522. -
Jan 1, 1534
Cartier explores Eastern Canada
Claiming the Gaspe Peninsula in France, Jacques Cartier began exploring Eastern Canada. -
Dec 1, 1535
Golden Age of Exploration
The Golden Age of Exploration was where voyagers travelled to discover new areas and sea routes, which lasted from 1535-1618. -
Atlantic Slave Trade
During 1600, the Atlantic Slave Trade took place. This forced migration to millions of Africans across the Atlantic Ocean -
Henry Hudson in North America
Henry Hudson sailed up the Hudson River, who was a very important explorer of this time period. -
Invention of the Steam Engine
During 1765, the steam engine was built and invented. The steam engine revolutionized the transportation and the way things move.