What were the significance’s of the voyages What were the significance’s of the voyages of Columbus, da Gama and Magellan? Analyze the beliefs and motives of three central figures of the Scientific Revolution. What barriers and obstacles did they have to overcome? What events or circumstances in Western history (specifically France) led to the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon. Write at least one paragraph telling at least three things that led to Napoleon being able to take power.