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Why did European countries need wealth to start exploring the world

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Because if they don't have wealth they won't be able to buy their supplies and hire crewmen. They wouldn't be able to get ships and boats.

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Voyages were very costly and they needed money to finance them. Sadly, nobody travels for free!

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