"Why did the European Crusades directly lead to the Age of Exploration?"

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﻿"Why did the European Crusades directly lead to the Age of Exploration?"

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Returning crusaders brought exotic spices, perfumes, and fabrics, creating a new European demand for these commodities.

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Islamic control of the Middle East and North Africa cut off Europe from the Mediterranean Sea during the 11th century.

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Lost navigational technologies of the Greeks and Romans were discovered during the Crusades in newly conquered lands.

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European nations needed to develop more effi cient means to travel to newly acquired lands in the Middle East.

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Maps defi ning safe passages to eastern lands were discovered by Europeans during the Crusades.

﻿"Why did the European Crusades directly lead to the Age of Exploration?"