45 Historical Figures Who Were Misunderstood During Their Lifetime

In the mid-20th century, Marie Tharp painstakingly, an American geologist and oceanographer, mapped the mysterious ocean floor. However, her groundbreaking findings, which included the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and evidence of tectonic plate movement, were initially met with skepticism and resistance.

Unfortunately, gender bias was rampant in the scientific community during that time, and Tharp’s insights were often dismissed or downplayed. Her unwavering dedication and ability to see beyond the surface ultimately laid the foundation for the revolutionary theory of plate tectonics.