The Compass Revolution
The compass, revered as one of China's great inventions, transformed navigation by allowing sailors to find their bearings without relying solely on the sun or stars. While many ancient cultures, like the Polynesians, navigated successfully without it, the compass provided a significant advantage, preventing sailors from sailing in circles. The swift transition of compass knowledge from China to Europe raises intriguing questions about its journey, particularly its absence in early Muslim writings.In this clip
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