Notable Voyages
The Ninth Wave, Public Domain
Many navigators and explorers set out on voyages to worlds completely unknown to them. Often, they had no idea what to expect during their journey beyond legends and rumors. To succeed, they combined their bravery, curiosity, and sense of adventure with the latest tools and ships available. Fame and glory awaited a few lucky explorers.
Unfortunately for others, all their courage and preparation was not enough to overcome harsh environmental conditions, shipwrecks, hunger, disease, mutinies, and attacks.
Imagine you were alive several hundred years ago as a famous navigator. You have your choice of where you'd like to go and explore. Think about where you would go. What supplies should you take along? What dangers should you expect? Would you be an adventurer? Conqueror? Captain? Naturalist? Author?