Why This Fake Island Was On Maps For Centuries

Описание: For over a century, a phantom island named Frisland appeared on world maps, a geographical catfish that fooled cartographers. This video explores the true story behind this lost island, revealing how one man's ambition led to a history of widespread cartography errors. It's a fascinating look into "geography myths" and how something entirely "fake" can become so real on paper. 🗺️

In this video, you’ll discover:

📍 How Frisland appeared on the most "accurate" maps of the Renaissance.

⛵ The explorer who "found" Frisland (even though it wasn't there).

🕵️‍♂️ The fake documents that started a 100-year-long game of geographical telephone.

🌊 Why it took centuries for mapmakers to finally "delete" the island.

The story of Frisland is a powerful reminder that even the most trusted sources can be wrong. And that sometimes, history is shaped by a really good lie.

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