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Martin Behaim
Martin Behaim, also known as Martin von Behaim and in various forms as Martin of Bohemia, was a German textile merchant and cartographer. He served John II of Portugal as an advisor on maritime affairs and participated in a trip to West Africa. Today he is best known for the Erdapfel, the oldest terrestrial globe in the world, which he produced for the royal city of Nuremberg in 1492 .

About Martin Behaim

Explorer Martin Behaim was born on October 6, 1459 in Germany (He dies at the age of 47, on July 29, 1507).

The Erdapfel, the earliest surviving terrestrial globe, was created by a German explorer and geographer. He was a member of King John II of Portugal's Council of Navigation and is thought to have played a role in the discovery of the Magellan Straits.

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Martin Behaim before becoming famous

Martin Behaim was born in the Zodiac sign Libra (The Scales), and 1459 is the year of the Chinese Zodiac Rabbit (兔).

In 1477, he travelled to Flanders to work for apparel merchant Jorius van Dorpp.

Achievement of Martin Behaim

The German National Museum holds his famous Erdapfel, which is notable for being the first globe inclined to spin at the correct degree.

Martin Behaim's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship

In 1486, he married D. Joana de Macedo.

Martin Behaim Collabed with

During his tenure at the court of King John II of Portugal, he met Italian adventurer Explorer Christopher Columbus.

Martin Behaim Income & Net worth

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Martin Behaim Height and Weight

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Latest information about Martin Behaim updated on March 18 2023.