The Fourfold Cultural Balance was upset through the many different trade routes such as the Sahara Caravan route, the Silk Road, and the Spice Route and barbarian contact, but was ultimately dissolved through the foundation of increased European dominance due to the naval advancements and the founding of America. ... The Silk Road was a trade route in which Chinese people traded silk through the European continent for jade, horses, etc. ...

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Although the Renaissance did not make a complete separation from the previous era, three epic discoveries transpired that impacted the road to the modern era. ... Many products such as spices, silk and other goods from Asia brought great value to the markets in Europe. ...

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