The desire for wealth and expansion of influence encouraged European explorations and discoveries in the 15th and 16th centuries.
This period, known as the Age of Exploration, saw European powers establishing colonies, trade networks, and seeking valuable resources.
The factor that encouraged European explorations and discoveries in the 15th and 16th centuries was the desire for wealth and expansion of influence.
European powers sought to boost their sources of national wealth, especially after the discovery of the Americas.
They wanted to establish colonies and trade networks to access valuable resources, establish new markets, and lower the cost of coveted goods.
This period, known as the Age of Exploration, saw countries like Portugal, Spain, England, France, the Netherlands, and Denmark sending explorers to chart new territories and establish their presence in the world.