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Were naval explorers (Polynesians, Vikings, Spanish) concerned that they would sail forever without hitting land or did they plan to turn back after a certain amount of time? Did they re-supply while sailing (fishing, collecting rain water)?

by /u/andrewgyny in /r/AskHistorians

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