Flat Earth vs. Round Earth: Unpacking Conspiracies and Beliefs

The belief in a flat Earth has been present throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Greek philosophers like Pythagoras and Aristotle argued for a spherical Earth based on observations, but flat Earth beliefs persisted. During the Middle Ages, the theory experienced a resurgence due to religious and cultural influences. The Renaissance and scientific exploration solidified the spherical model, but flat Earth beliefs continued to exist. In the 19th and 20th centuries, ...