This nation was slow to reach the Indian Ocean and had a very difficult time of gaining a foothold.

The trading company that helped to establish the Dutch Republic in the Indian Ocean.

The religion that the Safavid Empire adhered to.

The 11 year old leader of the Mughal Empire that helped to expand the empire.

The Portuguese explorer that rounded the Southern tip of Africa and was first to explore the Indian Ocean.

The young leader of the Safavid Empire that was religiously strict.

The agreement that divided the globe to avoid Spain and Portugal fighting over the same regions.

The type of ship that innovated shipbuilding and allowed explorers to travel farther.​