The Portuguese made an expedition to Otranto, Italy in 1481 after the conquest of constantinople, the so called "Cruzada Turca". Pope Sixtus IV called for a crusade against the Turks, who occupied Otranto in southern Italy. The Pope's intention was to cross the Adriatic and liberate Vlorë (Valona) as well.
Portugal sent a squadron into Otranto under command of the bishop of Évora, Garcia de Meneses.
By the time the Portuguese reached Naples, the Ottomans had already withdrawn, because the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, Mehmed II, had died, which made it easier for the Portuguese to have another italian city.
This is slightly subjective, but in general the biggest flaw in the Articles of Confederation was that "<span>e.It failed to align states’ economic and political interests" which was a vital factor in making sure the US could repay its war debts. </span>
Answer: aimed at establishing political equality for Americans of any race. Together, the Thirteenth, Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution are referred to as the Reconstruction Amendments. They address slavery, citizenship and voting rights.
Control of the Eastern Mediterranean has changed extensively throughout history. There have been numerous empires that have ruled this region including the Greeks, the Romans, Christian crusaders, and Muslim caliphates. Throughout history control of this region has changed hands numerous times largely through armed conflict. In recent history the Ottoman Empire controlled much of the Eastern Mediterranean until it was defeated in WWI. Following the Ottoman Empire's defeat much of the territory was divided into French and British control until their colonial areas of control became sovereign nation states like Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Egypt and other countries.
It was driven by skepticism about traditional ideas and beliefs
It’s also affected North America by giving an idea to change the colonies to its own nation.
Gave the ideas of (freedom of speech, equality, freedom)