Question

Briefly, explain why the sun was so important to early navigators. (Remember to add rises and sets in what directions) *

Answer 1

Answer:

Sun was so important for early navigator because sun rises from east and sets in west.

Explanation:

If a navigator would stand facing towards sun he would know the direction because sun will be always seem to move from east to west, if he would moving towards direction of sun in day will symbolizes that he is moving to east, if he moves in direction of sun in direction of sun in evening means he is moving towards west. By knowing these 2 directions he can also find other two direction.