Leo Viktor Frobenius (1873–1938): Pioneer of African Ethnology and the Atlantis Theory Leo Viktor Frobenius stands as a singular figure in German ethnography, recognized for his audacious hypothesis – the African Atlantis – that challenged conventional understandings of human history and culture. Born in Berlin in 1873 to a Prussian officer, Frobenius’s life was marked by relentless intellectual curiosity and an unwavering dedication to exploring the complexities of human societies through fieldwork and meticulous observation. Early Life & Education: Despite lacking formal schooling, Frobe…