what was marco polo's weath ??
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acquired great wealth in jewels and gold
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http://h1.ripway.com/Emperor/Empire.gov.html
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If you want to read about how Asia was ruled under European Imperialism (the period of when most of Asia was under the control through colonization by Europeans) visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imperialism_in_Asia and you will get most if not all of your answers.\n\nGood Luck!!!
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"Christopher Columbus!"
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Really the only major world exploration in the 13th century I can think of is the voyage of Marco Polo to China in the late 13th century.\n\nLook up more on Marco Polo at www.wikipedia.org
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There was a great seven-part series on PBS in 1992 for the 500th anniversary of Columbus' discovering "America", or more specifically the Western Hemisphere ala Santo Domingo.  Like many discoveries it was a happy accident in the pursuit of a shorter route to Asia, the spice route, and to India, hence the term the West Indies.  \n\nOne of the more fascinating aspects is the perception of European Exploration through the years.  At the 400th anniversary in the 1890's the west's attitude was one of the white race conquering primitive lands and civilizing the uncivilized.  Here in Chicago, the Columbian Exposition in 1893 showcased the progress of America with the most perfect "White City" as a commemoration of this event.  \n\nA mere 100 years later with political correctness more prevalent(Dances with Wolves as an example) we see more of how unique cultures have been lost to European greed and conquest.  Where was the celebration?  The event became more of a chance for the world to become introspective in examining the pros and cons of this discovery, and seemed to acknowledge plenty of each.\n\nWikipedia has additional observations -- see the link below.
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Genghis Khan was taller!\n\nSeriously thought, Alexander did what he did out of personal ego and really didn't care about building a great society, he only wanted to make a mark as a Master of War!\n\nNapoleon at least had some ideas concerning Laws and domestic policy but Empire was again his egotistical motivation.\n\nKhan was a tribal Prince that saw his Father murdered by neighbor warlords and so beyond revenge, he had motivations that sought to improve society as a whole and so his family remainded in power for 250 years!
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This was the specific route taken by the traders going over to China for Trading Silk.\nThe route is throught china tibet through India and the Kandahar pass on to Pakistan and then up through Afghanistan and there after.\nThe first silk fabrics were woven specifically in China.Untill somebody stole their mulberry and catterpillars and started silk breeding in their areas.
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during the Gupta Dynasty in India. Im not sure of the exact year.
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I think he was just a man doing his job and then became a scape goat.\nHe contributed to showing Spain that it IS feasable to travel to this general area. I'm not sure if Columbus even came to the United States of America but he did come to THE Americas. He contributed indirectly as the horses migrated to the North and into the U.S. The resulting migration of Catholic Missions also came North.
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Well I love the chance to answer a history question, expecially one about Columbus who in 1492 sailed the ocean blue.  \n\nHe acutally went on his voyage from the direction of Queen Isabella of Spain who wanted to have the first chance to get a Walmart franchise in her country., but alas when Columbus arrived here he found out the Walmart did not franchise, so he talked Isabella into a K-mark which is now bankrupt.\n\nShe also wanted him to bring back the recipe for turkey burgers and fishsticks for she wanted to open fast food resturants in Spain.\n\nNow what did he get:\n\nA holiday named after him\n\nA city in Ohio named after him\n\nHerpes\n\nThe love and devotion of millions of italians (why I don't know)\n\nA song about his voyages\n\nWhoops, I goofed up I am not sure that I gave four reasons, I may have given less or maybe more, but considering the fact that they are not really true who gives a sh...t....\n\nHave a nice day, keep smiling and have a sense of humor...
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During the peak of trade between these two regions, Guangzhou was littlemore than a fishing village and the real centre of commerce was up the coast in Quanzhou.  Even the governor at that time was an Arab.\nA visit to the maritime museum is one of the hidden gems of the PRC.  Check out sources for some useful links.
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China. We learned it in History Class about 3 weeks ago
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The silk road was the major caravan trade route between the Orient and Europe during the Renaissance and just prior to the Industrial Revolution (before shipping became more stable). Start reading about Marco Polo (who stabilized the route) and go from there. You know how to use a search engine...lol!
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Well, he moved the Capital of Byzantine Empire to Constantinople in order to control trade routes and water ways. Check out the link, it has a lot more information and important events in detail.
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When Marco Polo arrived at Kublai Khan's court he became a favorite of the Khan and was employed for 17 years and was sent on voyages and was given permission to trade freely throughout China.\n\nIn 1291, Kublai entrusted Marco with his last duty, to escort the Mongol princess Koekecin (Cocacin in Il Milione) to her betrothed, the Ilkhan Arghun. \nI think he escorted the princess to her future husband and then returned to Europe.  It didn't say he married her.\n In 1300, he married Donata Badoer, a woman from an old, respected patrician family. Marco would have three children with her: Fantina, Bellela and Moreta. All of them later married into noble families.
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I'm Paramount High Class of '76 ("Pirates").  Chino was out of our regular league, so I only cheered there once, but it seems to me it was a bulldog.  Of course, I'm old and forgetful now.  Why not click on the following link - - somebody will know there for sure!!