Edward Nicholas Kendall
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Edward Nicholas Kendall, R.N.[1] (October 1800 – 12 February 1845) was an English hydrographer, an officer in the Royal Navy, and polar explorer.[2] During one of his Arctic expeditions, Kendall became the first known European to sight Wollaston Land.[3]
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Edward Nicholas Kendall | |
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Born | October 1800 probably England |
Died | 12 February 1845 Southampton, England |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Royal Navy |
Years of service | 1831–1841 |
Rank | Lieutenant |
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