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Before the 1400s, which nation had the most experience in ocean travel, having established bases on the Azores and Madeira islands? a. Portugal b. France c. Spain d. China

jagr2713 (jagr2713):

The Portuguese had the most experience in ocean travel, having established bases on the Azores and Madeira islands. Young prince Henry the Navigator became aware of profit possibilities in the Trans-Saharan trade routes, and soon the Atlantic islands of Madeira (1419) and Azores (1427) were reached.

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