Marco Polo
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The extensive adventures of Marco Polo have undoubtedly had a major impact on world history. His pioneering travels throughout China and Asia opened up new worlds to western civilization. Get an indepth insight into his exciting life and discover what it was that drove him forwards no matter how difficult the journey.
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