they could map out were to go and where not to go
They wanted to be independent from being in control of other nations.
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to protect the constitutional right to confront ones accusure
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The Middle East is well known for having a vast extension of arid lands knows as the dessert. Therefore, there are few rivers that could be used for navigating purposes through this region. These included The Nile, the Tigris, and the Euphrates.
As a response to this logistical difficulty, Arab sailors developed sailoring techniques and navigational sciences like the sextant during the 10th century. It made it possible for sailors to navigate off the coasts as they no longer needed them as a reference.
Russian Kiev was heavily influenced by the Byzantine Empire. This influence began when Prince Vladimir I decided to abandon the old Slavic gods. He sent emissaries to both Rome and Constantinople. Hope this helps you!
