### p39 the Mediterranean Sea was well-suited for trade The Mediterranean doesn't experience much in the way of tides, aand from late March thru early October the skies are usually clear, with few storms. Wind and current patterns were consistent and there are lots of harbors and beaches along the coast. The water is clear and the bottom drops off sharply so mariners can get very close to shore, and there are lots of mountains to use as landmarks. - [[Galleons and Galleys - John Francis Guilmartin#p39 the Mediterranean Sea was well-suited for trade|View in Vault]]