Six Scandinavian scientists spent 101 days on a wooden raft to test a theory about the origins of the Polynesian Islands.
“The Amazing Adventure Of Six Men On A Raft Across The Pacific! True! Thrilling!”
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Six Scandinavian scientists spent 101 days on a wooden raft to test a theory about the origins of the Polynesian Islands.
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Thor Heyerdahl and five other Scandinavian scientists set sail on a wooden raft named Kon-Tiki in 1947. Their 101-day voyage began in Peru and ended in the Polynesian Islands. Heyerdahl aimed to prove that the islands were settled from the east, contrary to the prevailing belief that they were populated from Asia. The crew faced the challenges of the Pacific Ocean without metal tools, relying on their knowledge of winds and tides to navigate their route.
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Why Watch
- See Thor Heyerdahl narrate his own adventure.
- Find out how they built a raft without metal.
- Meet the six men who sailed across the Pacific.
Did You Know
- The expedition lasted 101 days from South America to Polynesia.
- Thor Heyerdahl led a team of six Scandinavian scientists.
- The raft was constructed without any metal or wooden nails.
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Who led the Kon-Tiki expedition?
Thor Heyerdahl led the Kon-Tiki expedition.
How long did the Kon-Tiki journey take?
The Kon-Tiki journey took 101 days.
What was the main theory tested by the Kon-Tiki expedition?
The main theory tested was that the Polynesian Islands were populated from the east, specifically Peru.
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