Polynesian navigation
Methods to navigate the Pacific Ocean
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Hotu Matuꞌa
A comprehensive DNA study across Polynesia finds conclusive evidence of contact with South America, likely occurring in Eastern Polynesia before the settlement of Rapanui.
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| 2017 |
Hotu Matuꞌa
DNA sequence analysis of human remains from Rapanui pre-dating European contact reveals evidence of only Polynesian ancestry.
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| 2013 | The Mālama Honua voyage was launched, traveling across the world on the Hōkūle'a and Hikianalia vessels, with Nainoa Thompson on the crew, to spread a message of environmental conservation. |
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