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Revision as of 10:17, 17 May 2023
Euclid (c. 325 BCE – c. 270 BCE), also known as Euclid of Alexandria or Eukleides, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the founder of geometry who flourished during the reign of Ptolemy I Soter.
Biography
During his time in Alexandria, Euclid wrote a work on geometry titled Elements, laying out the foundational work of modern algebra and number theory.[1] The was considered by Alexandrians as important as Pythagoras' Essence and Source of All Things. It was later inscribed on papyri and studied by geographers in the Library of Alexandria.[2]
Gallery
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Euclid's Elements
Appearances
- Assassin's Creed: Origins (first mentioned)
- Discovery Tour: Ancient Greece (mentioned only)
- Assassin's Creed: Valhalla (mentioned only)
References
- ↑ Discovery Tour: Ancient Egypt – Tours: The Great Library of Alexandria: "Euclid (c. 4th-3rd century BCE)"
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Origins