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Vancouver Expedition
1791–95 British sea voyage exploring the West Coasts of North America and Australia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Vancouver Expedition (1791–1795) was a four-and-a-half-year voyage of exploration and diplomacy, commanded by Captain George Vancouver of the Royal Navy. The British expedition circumnavigated the globe and made contact with five continents. The expedition at various times included between two and four vessels, and up to 153 men, all but 6 of whom returned home safely.
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