Maritime enterprise, 1485-1558

"Maritime Enterprise, 1485-1558" by James A. Williamson is a historical narrative chronicling England's maritime activities during the reigns of Henry VII to Elizabeth I, highlighting a transformative era marked by the nation's shift towards naval and commercial supremacy. It explores the dual objectives of discovery and trade that drove English maritime endeavors, examining the historical context of significant voyages, particularly those of the Cabots, and underscoring the need for greater understanding of the period's commercial evolutions, tracing how maritime expansion and strategic policies shaped English trade throughout the Tudor period, revealing the political and economic dynamics that dictated England's maritime strategies.