Primogeniture Laws
rules where the oldest son inherits all of a family’s land and wealth
Omani-European Rivalry
competition between Oman and European powers for control of trade in the Indian Ocean
Cartography
the science and art of making maps, which improved during the Age of Exploration
Astronomical Chart
a map of the stars and planets, used by sailors to help navigate at sea
Maritime Empires
empires that gained power and wealth by controlling sea routes and overseas colonies
Caravel
a small, fast ship from Portugal and Spain, great for exploring and long sea voyages
Carrack
a large, sturdy sailing ship used by Europeans for long ocean trips and carrying lots of cargo
Fluyt
a Dutch ship designed for trade, with a big cargo area and smaller crew