Category: Commentary
History of Ship Figureheads Ancient Origins Egyptians, Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans adorned ships with carved symbols or eyes painted on the prow (called oculi). These... Read More
The Nautical Star: History & Meaning The Nautical Star: History & Meaning Origins The nautical star is inspired by the North Star (Polaris), which sailors... Read More
How Has Nautical Exploration Enhanced Cartography? Nautical exploration has had a profound impact on the advancement of cartography (mapmaking), particularly in the following ways: 1.... Read More
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Ancient Egyptian Contributions to Nautical Technology Ancient Egyptian Contributions to Nautical Technology 1. Development of Early Boats The Egyptians were among the first to build... Read More