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Originally Posted by TrevorW
These old maps to me still are interesting to me, from these you can plot the progression and development of astronomy throughout the ages.
Imagine the skill and dedication of these pioneers working with limited equipment to chart our night skies.
These were the wonder years of astronomy when little was known about our universe and much was too be learned.
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The very early sky maps were more art than science. It was an interesting progression from myth and legend to depicting scientific accuracy.
It is interesting that the early globes depict the view of the Gods - from the outside of the celestial sphere.