Who were some of the early figures who encouraged exploration during the renaissance?

the vikings discover the new world.

the reformation, the renaissance, and new trade routes.

a faster route to the east.

portugal: bartolomeu dias, vasco de gama and pedro álvares cabral.

spain and christopher columbus.

spanish explorers after columbus.

religious motivations.

explanation:

they had more african americans than any other state.

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