The Mediterranean Sea Ancient Myths About the Oceans History HomePolynesian SeafarersMediterranean SeaAge of DiscoveryGulf StreamVoyage of the BeagleChallenger ExpeditionMapping CurrentsSonarSeafloor SpreadingOcean Drilling21st Century The people who lived around the Mediterranean Sea began exploring this nearly landlocked sea several thousand years ago. Sailors from Egypt, Phoenicia and Crete mapped the regional coastlines to establish some of … Continue reading The Mediterranean Sea