HSY1512 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 (723925)- DUE 16 August 2024
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1. Explain with reference, the reasons why the Dutch East India
Company (VOC) established a refreshment station at the Cape in
1652.? (10)
The establishment of a refreshment station by the Dutch East India
Company (VOC) at the Cape of Good Hope in 1652 was a strategic
decision driven by a combination of economic, logistical, and
geopolitical reasons. These factors collectively influenced the VOC’s
choice to set up a halfway station that would serve as a vital stopover for
ships navigating the treacherous sea route between Europe and the East
Indies.
1. Economic Motives
The VOC, founded in 1602, was primarily a commercial enterprise. Its
main objective was to maximize profits from the spice trade in the East
Indies (present-day Indonesia). The sea route from Europe to the East
Indies was long and perilous, often taking several months. Ships needed
a place to restock provisions, repair damages, and allow the crew to
recuperate. Establishing a refreshment station at the Cape offered a
solution to these logistical challenges. The Cape’s location was ideal for
providing fresh water, vegetables, and meat, which were essential for
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