Explorers of the Renaissance

Exploration

There were things made in the Middle Ages, which were used later in the Renaissance. One was invented in the twelfth century was the magnetic compass. Another was a portable device used by sailors to help them find their way, which is called an astrolabe. The astrolabe helped determine latitude. Which was very important in navigation. One was invented in the twelfth century and it was the magnetic compass. Maps became very reliable also. Shipbuilding improved during the Renaissance also. The new ones they used were powered by sail rather than by men using oars.

Some explorers were, Prince Henry the Navigator. Prince Henry explored the west coast of Africa. These explorations led to trade for gold and ivory and soon after slaves. Portuguese sailors discovered the route around the southern tip of Africa that would take them to India by sea only.

In 1492, an exploration by