I was always amazed how men would take to the seas in ships lacking electricity, dependable navigation aids, adequate medical care, or reliable propulsion systems, yet they did. During the Age of Exploration, European sailors dared all the world's oceans without accurate charts or the ability to calculate longitude. They did so in the time-honored tradition of profit seeking or war making. In doing so, these intrepid mariners faced hostile natural elements, disease, malnourishment, mutiny, and enemy guns. The inherent drama of such voyages has inspired many a good sea tale.
Posted by Kevin J. Glynn
at 12:05 PM EDT
Updated: Monday, 5 September 2022 12:08 PM EDT
