The Foundations of the East India Company

Treaty of Tordesillas world map showing Spanish and Portuguese territories in 1494

The Age of Exploration

The 16th century paved the way for the East India Company, which would become one of the most notorious organisations in history.

It was a hotbed of naval exploration. The oceans belonged to Portugal and Spain as they blazed trails through uncharted seas. Such was their dominance that they agreed to split the world in half with the Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494.

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Homemade Deodorant Recipe: Practical and Eco-Friendly for Yacht Living

homemade deodorant recipe

Space is limited when living on a yacht, and multi-purpose items become your best friend. This simple homemade deodorant recipe is natural and effective and utilizes ingredients that serve multiple purposes in your floating home. Here’s how to make it and why it’s perfect for yacht life.


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