Historical Events tagged with "kon-tiki"
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Kon-Tiki Raft Reaches Tuamotu Islands
Thor Heyerdahl's balsa wood raft, the Kon-Tiki, completed a remarkable 101-day journey across the Pacific Ocean. After traveling 7,000 kilometers from Peru, the raft smashed into the reef at Raroia in the Tuamotu Islands. Heyerdahl sought to demonstrate that ancient South American peoples could have made such journeys to Polynesia, utilizing materials and methods known to them. This daring expedition showcased the possibilities of prehistoric maritime navigation.
Continue ReadingKon-Tiki Expedition Begins in Peru
Thor Heyerdahl and five crew mates embarked on a daring expedition from Peru on the raft named Kon-Tiki with the aim to demonstrate that pre-Columbian South Americans could have settled Polynesia. The team sought to prove their theory using a primitive raft, showcasing the possibility of ancient oceanic navigation across vast distances. The journey was motivated by both scientific inquiry and a spirit of adventure as the crew set sail into the Pacific Ocean, capturing international attention with their brave endeavor.
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