Polynesians began their long-distance oceanic voyages in the Pacific around 1000 BCE, with significant exploration and settlement occurring between 1000 BCE and 1300 CE. They developed advanced navigational techniques, using stars, winds, and ocean currents to guide their way across vast distances. This remarkable maritime skill allowed them to settle on numerous islands, including Hawaii, Easter Island, and New Zealand. By the time of European contact in the 18th century, Polynesians had established a complex network of trade and cultural exchange across the Pacific.
That was the 'Polynesians'.
By boat.
Polynesians did not discover the Americas. The Polynesians primarily settled in the islands of the Pacific Ocean and did not have extensive contact with the American continents. It was the Indigenous peoples of the Americas who were the first to inhabit and discover the land.
people from marquesas - polynesian - were possibly amongst the first settlers in Hawaii
Using the sun moon and stars
You would sail via the Pacific Ocean.
The first people known to sail were likely the ancient Egyptians, who began using wooden ships on the Nile River around 3000 BCE. However, seafaring cultures such as the Polynesians and the Phoenicians also made significant contributions to early sailing, with the Polynesians navigating vast ocean distances in double-hulled canoes and the Phoenicians establishing trade routes across the Mediterranean. These early sailors utilized wind power for transportation and trade, laying the groundwork for future maritime exploration.
No, Samoans are Polynesians and are not native to America. They are from the Pacific Islands but, many live in America.
Yes, the ancestors of the Polynesians and the Maori are believed to be the Lapita people. The Lapita were an ancient culture that originated in the Pacific and are known for their distinctive pottery style that spread across the region, influencing the cultural development of various Pacific island groups.
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You would sail through the Pacific Ocean.
Hawaii was settled by polynesians who came by boat from the south Pacific islands. There were no American aboriginals (indians) there.