Which European nation-with the help of Genoese financiers, merchants, and navigators-initiated an exploration along the Atlantic Coast of Africa in search of new sources of gold, silver, and copper?

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Portugal, with the help of Genoese financiers, merchants, and navigators, initiated an exploration along the Atlantic Coast of Africa in search of new sources of gold, silver, and copper. This exploration eventually led to the Portuguese establishment of a trading network along the coasts of West and East Africa, as well as the discovery of new territories such as Brazil, India, and parts of Asia.

Which European Nation-With the Help of Genoese Financiers, Merchants, and Navigators-Initiated