The remarkable innovations inspired by our need to know the night sky | Aeon Videos
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For most of human history, the behaviors of celestial objects were crucial for navigation and agriculture, deeply tied to both spirituality and practical survival.
Polynesians and Europeans developed profound astronomical knowledge that enabled their global expansion, demonstrating the vital role of celestial understanding throughout histories.
This animation highlights archaeological sites that were constructed to track the Sun's movement—an exploration of how ancient civilizations revered and utilized celestial patterns.
Ancient Pacific mariners possessed sophisticated navigation techniques which can draw parallels with modern space exploration, showcasing a long-standing human quest to navigate the unknown.
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