Sea explorations in the Fifteenth and sixteenth century were very dangerous and frightening to many people back then. Unfortunately, without these explorations there would even more mysteries to the Earth than there already are. Although there were only a few explorers that lived through there voyages the men who did created many opportunities for future generations. Most, if not all, explorers were european. This meant that most voyages were made to help Europe, whether it was for trade, discovery, or control over other countries. Gil Eannes was the first person to sail past Cape Bojador, also known as the “Sea of Darkness”, which lead to many more voyages and discoveries. This lead to the future discoveries of Vasco de Gama,
