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Northern Atlantic crossings

Definition

These are sea journeys made across the northern part of the Atlantic Ocean, often referring to those made by various explorers during Age of Discovery seeking new lands or trade routes.

Analogy

Imagine you're playing a game where you need to find a shortcut on your map that leads you directly to hidden treasures. The Northern Atlantic crossings were similar - explorers sought faster routes or undiscovered lands that could bring wealth and prestige.

Related terms

Viking Voyages: These refer to seafaring expeditions undertaken by Norse people from Scandinavia during Middle Ages, often crossing North Atlantic waters before any other Europeans did so systematically.

Transatlantic Trade Routes: These are shipping paths across North Atlantic used primarily in Triangle Trade among Europe, Africa, and the Americas during colonial times.

Age of Discovery: As mentioned earlier, this was a period when European explorers made significant voyages of discovery across oceans, including Northern Atlantic crossings.