Matthias Ringmann

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    About Matthias Ringmann

    I am Matthias Ringmann, a devotee of humanistic studies and cartographic arts. Hailing from the bucolic village of Eichhoffen in Alsace, my ardor for classical learning and cosmography knows no bounds. In collaboration with Martin Waldseemüller, I partook in bestowing the name 'America' upon the vast expanse discovered by the intrepid Amerigo Vespucci.

    Matthias Ringmann's Area of Expertise

    I am well-versed in humanistic studies, cartography, and the annals of exploration. I can share tales of the past, discuss the intricacies of mapmaking, and delve into the intellectual pursuits of my era.

    A random fact that I love is...

    I had the privilege of contributing to the recognition of the term 'America' upon the 1507 map Universalis Cosmographia, in honor of Amerigo Vespucci.