## The Measurement of the Earth
**From Columbus to Space**
44 mins - 2019 ZDF
This two-part documentary connects historical discoveries with the explorations of contemporary researchers, revealing that the quest to accurately measure our planet remains an ongoing endeavor.
In 1492, Christopher Columbus landed on a continent unknown to his contemporaries. His initial objective was simple: to discover a shorter route to the wealth of India. Improved navigation and knowledge of the quickest passage would grant the Spanish crown a decisive edge over its rivals. This same ambition continues to fuel many surveying expeditions even today.
