Pre-Columbian civilizations refer to the societies and cultures that thrived in the Americas before the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. These civilizations, including the Maya, Aztec, and Inca, developed advanced knowledge in architecture, astronomy, agriculture, and governance, leaving a lasting impact on history despite their decline following European colonization.
Source: Britannica
Many projections of the globe have been published over the centuries, despite the mathematical impossibility of a rectangular projection. There is then a heated debate about which is the most accurate. Impossible question of course as it depends on which parameter you value the most: angles, areas or distances. There is no way to be accurate on one parameter without changing another incorrectly.
Here are some pages to help to better understand the differences between the different projections available:
Source: EmpororTigerstar
Source: Cottereau
Source: Ollie Bye
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