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  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 2. P. 3 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Griffiths, Rhys; Wiles, Kate 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the Age of Discovery, focusing on European nations like Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands, and England, who expanded their known frontiers through maritime voyages in the 15th and 16th centuries. It highlights Portugal's rise from obscurity to prominence during this period. The concept of 'ages' as distinct periods of time is explored, with references to historical texts and the idea of chronological ambiguities. Additionally, the article mentions British soldiers facing challenges in uncharted territories that would later define their own era. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/02, Vol. 75, Issue 2, p3
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:182221961
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