Mau Piailug was a renowned Pacific navigator known for his mastery of traditional navigation techniques and his dedication to the preservation and innovation of this knowledge. Born in 1932 and passing away on July 12, 2010, Piailug grew up in the Rongelap atoll of the Marshall Islands. He learned his navigation skills from his family and community and has been committed to documenting and reviving traditional navigation methods, promoting this knowledge globally.