VOC Journeys

Question 1

What does VOC stand for?

Answer 1

verenigde Oost Indische Companjie. VOC were the most successful trading company. It was created in 1602

Question 2

Life aboard VOC ships had its challenges. name a few?

Answer 2

Fierce storms
Pirates
Rats (plague carriers)
Wheather relied on for travel (wind)
Frightened and tired crew
Crew living in unhygienic and cramped conditions
Food poor quality
Communicable diseases ie Thyphus, survey
No personal hygiene s
Had a surgeon but too busy tending to the sick