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The Shape of the Earth: Who Discovered the Fact that the Earth Is Spherical?
It is a common misconception that Christopher Columbus “discovered” the shape of the Earth. In reality, many people knew that the Earth was round before he ever set sail. The...
The Discovery of America: Who Came to America First?
There are many different theories about when America was discovered. Some say it was the Vikings, some say it was Columbus. But what does the evidence say about who came...
The 6 Main Types of World Map Projections
Maps have been around for more than 5,000 years. The ancient process of cartography laid the foundations of maps, art, and science. Maps can come in many forms. Political maps...
The Astronomical Cartography: Star Charts and Celestial Globes
Ancient celestial globe in Technical Museum of Vienna One of the most stunning natural sights is a clear, starry night sky. That vast expanse is humbling and intimidating in its...
Buying a Globe as a Gift: All You Need to Know
There’s no better gift for a map lover than an elegant, striking globe for their desk or office. Globes make very original gifts, not something that would be expected at...
American Presidential Globes – George Washington
Washington’s Globe Detail of North America with views of Mexico, United States, and Canada-min-min In honor of Presidents Day, Replogle Globes is beginning a series of posts about the history of U.S....
World Globe Buying Guide: How to Choose the Best Globe
The oldest surviving terrestrial globe, The Erdapfel, was made in Germany in 1492. World map globes possess a long and vibrant history; they were once ancient navigational tools, but through...