Question

What was one of the early destinations for explorer prince henry?

Answer 1

Henry sent many sailing expeditions down Africa's west coast, but did not go on them himself.

Answer 2

Prince Henry began his explorations through Western Africa and he and his father wanted to conquer Ceuta.

Step-by-step explanation:

Prince Henry was an important figure when the Portuguese Empire was established and he was also important because of his maritime discoveries during the 15th-century. He is considered as the precursor of the Age of Discovery.

He began to explore Western Africa as well as some islands of the Atlantic Ocean. He and his father wanted to conquer Ceuta and he saw the importance of the trade routes through the Sahara desert. He was fascinated with all the aspects referring to Africa.