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Climate shifts likely drove ancient Polynesian eastward voyages, study suggests

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New climate evidence suggests that shifts in wind patterns may have prompted Polynesians to undertake long voyages eastward approximately 1,700 years ago. These migrations, which led to the settlement of remote islands, were previously attributed to various factors, but recent research points to climatic changes as a significant catalyst. The findings offer a deeper understanding of the navigational challenges and motivations behind these historical explorations. AI

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Climate shifts likely drove ancient Polynesian eastward voyages, study suggests

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    📰 The real mystery behind Moana: After 1,700 years, why did Polynesians suddenly sail east? New climate evidence adds context to these long voyages. 📰 Source: A

    📰 The real mystery behind Moana: After 1,700 years, why did Polynesians suddenly sail east? New climate evidence adds context to these long voyages. 📰 Source: Ars Technica 🔗 Link: https://arstechnica.com/culture/2026/07/the-real-mystery-behind-moana-after-1700-years-why-did-polyn…

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