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Dampier William
(1651—1715)
William Dampier was an English buccaneer, sea captain, author and scientific observer. He was the first Englishman to explore or map parts of New Holland (Australia) and New Guinea. He was the first person to circumnavigate the world three times.
His birthdate is not known but it is believed to have been shortly before his baptism.
In 1670s he... More...
Christmas Island, 1977, William Dampier
Ecuador, 2006, William Dampier
Norfolk Island, 1994, William Dampier
St. Helena Island, 1988, «Defence» and Dampier's Signature, 1691