Claude de La Condamine

Claude de La Condamine was a French mathematician and geographer in the 18th century, known for his work in mapping and measuring the Earth's shape. He participated in scientific expeditions, notably to the Amazon region, to determine the Earth's size and shape more accurately. His research contributed to understanding the Earth's geography and helped improve navigation and surveying techniques. La Condamine's work combined exploration, mathematics, and science, making him a key figure in the Age of Enlightenment's advances in understanding our planet.