Curated OER
Glory, God and Gold: Voyages and Adventures - America 1500
By providing an in-depth and interesting overview of European exploration in the New World, this presentation would be a wonderful complement to a unit on this topic. The 17 slide presentation is both thought-provoking and informative....
Curated OER
Prince Henry the Navigator
Sanges, Portugal is of great significance in the world of ancient exploration. It was what was believed to be" Land's End," but as we now know it wasn't! Learn all about the travels and navigational triumphs of Prince Henry the...
University of California
Uc Santa Barbara: What Brought the Europeans to America?
Short essay addresses reasons that brought the Europeans to America. Covering many important points, he also provides compelling reasons and a map.
University of California
University of California, Santa Barbara: Henry the Navigator
Short essay by university professor discuss Henry the Navigator.
University of Calgary
European Voyages of Exploration: Henry the Navigator
This site provides a well-written account of Prince Henry's adventurous personality that led him to become one of Portugal's most famous explorers. Discusses the economic benefits of Portugal's exploration and trade. Note: This tutorial...
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Prince Henry the Navigator
An easy-to-understand description of Prince Henry, a Portuguese prince and navigator, said to have started the first School of Navigation.
Other
Mappa Mundi: Prince Henry the Navigator
This article is a biography of Prince Henry and details the value of his work and insights.