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The Discovery of America
What were the main developments in European…
The Discovery of America
What were the main developments in European exploration during this period? Add pictures
15th Century: CARAVEL
- Asisted in oceanic explorations.
- Invention by the portugese
- A highly maneuverable ship
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- Numerous proposes, e.g: Carrying cargo, being a war ship or a fishing ship.
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16th Century: GALLEON
- Constructed by the Europeans
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- The strong vessel of the sea
- Ribbons and bracings of the hulls were made to his attacks from enemy ships
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THE ASTROLABE
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- Assist to calculate the latitude
- Measures the altitude of the Sun
- Created by a Greek astronomer and mathematican
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THE KEMAL
- Consisted of a srting and a piece of wood
12th: RUDDER
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- To turn the ship´s direction.
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TIMEKEEPING DEVICES
- Help to mantain a schedule the crew.
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SEXTANT
- Helps to see the latitude
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