Notable Voyages
HMS Beagle Near Coast of South America, Public Domain
The 18th century marked a dramatic shift in ocean exploration. England's Royal Navy increased its ocean explorations, putting pressure on the traditional strongholds of Portuguese and Spanish ocean navigation.
In this topic, you'll learn about the notable voyages between 1700-1900 AD that produced even more scientific explorations and exciting ocean discoveries in the young field of marine science.
Essential Questions
- What notable voyages occurred in the 18th century?
- What were the major discoveries during these voyages?