Which statement is true about portuguese exploration? the portuguese were attacked and defeated by muslim traders on the east african coast. the portuguese explored the interior of africa and established footholds. the portuguese found a trade route through the indian ocean to asia.

a. the astrolabe could determine the correct latitudinal location of the ship

the most famous of all the units fighting in cuba, the "rough riders" was the name given to the first u.s. volunteer cavalry under the leadership of theodore roosevelt. roosevelt resigned his position as assistant secretary of the navy in may 1898 to join the volunteer cavalry. the original plan for this unit called for filling it with men from the indian territory, new mexico, arizona, and oklahoma. however, once roosevelt joined the group, it quickly became the place for a mix of troops ranging from ivy league athletes to glee-club singers to texas rangers and indians.