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ERIC Number: EJ440241
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1991
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ISSN: ISSN-0882-228X
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The Hemispheric Roots of the Columbian Voyages.
Shaffer, Lynda N.
OAH Magazine of History, v5 n4 p24-26 Spr 1991
Urges that the search for origins of European exploration extend to Africa and East Asia and their international trade. Cites contributions of India and the Arabs, Chinese, and Malaysians. Emphasizes the importance of mathematics, navigation, and sailing technology. Argues that without these contributions the European voyages would not have been possible. (DK)
Descriptors: Cultural Influences, Culture Contact, Foreign Countries, International Trade, Islam, Islamic Culture, Mathematics, Number Systems, Sailing, Seafarers, Social History, Technological Advancement, World History
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - General
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Africa; Asia
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