In the previous centuries

[Bassim]

I am wondering if my sentence is grammatically correct.

In the previous centuries, many expeditions went into the unknown with great expectations only to meet a grim fate.

 

[Tarheel]

It's OK.

 

[Tdol]

If you're counting back from now, I'd use In previous centuries.

 

[Tarheel]

The Antarctic expeditions come to mind.

 

[GoesStation]

I am wondering if my sentence is grammatically correct.

In the previous centuries, many expeditions went into the unknown with great expectations only to meet a grim fate.

The first definite article is only justified if you've already been discussing specific centuries.