East Micronesia (244–675 CE): Navigation Systems and…

244 CE to 675 CE

East Micronesia (244–675 CE): Navigation Systems and Ocean Networks

Geographic Parameters

East Micronesia includes:

  • Gilbert Islands (Kiribati)
  • Marshall Islands (Ralik and Ratak)
  • Nauru
  • Kosrae

Anchors

  • Marshall navigation corridors
  • Gilbert chain routes
  • Kosrae exchange hub

Climate & Environmental Conditions

Periodic droughts increased the importance of inter-island reciprocity and navigation.

Subsistence & Settlement

Food preservation, taro production, and reef management became increasingly sophisticated.

Movement & Interaction Corridors

Marshall and Gilbert navigation traditions matured.

Stick-chart knowledge began formalizing navigational understanding.

Groups
Nauru (Pleasant Island) View →

Commodities
Fish and game View → Textiles View → Ceramics View →

Subjects
Watercraft View → Decorative arts View → Faith View → Custom and Law View → Human Migration View →

Regions

Subregions

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