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Hydra was relatively unimportant during much of the period of Ottoman rule.

Its naval and commercial development began in the 17th Century, and its first school for mariners was established in 1645.

Apparently, the first truly Hydriot vessel was launched in 1657.

However, the conflict between the Republic of Venice and the Ottoman Empire limited the island's maritime development until after 1718 and the Treaty of Passarowitz.

From the 17th Century on, Hydra began to take on a greater importance due to its trading strength.