Francis Garnier

French captain and explorer of Asia

Francis Garnier - French captain and explorer of Asia
Born

July 25th, 1839
185 years ago

Died

December 21st, 1873
151 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

France

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Born in 1839, a French captain and explorer, undertook significant exploratory missions in Southeast Asia. Led expeditions along the Mekong River, documenting geography and indigenous cultures. Participated in military actions in the Second French Empire's colonial campaigns. Contributed to cartography and geographic knowledge of the region, providing valuable insights during a period of colonial expansion. Met his end in 1873 during a military engagement in Tonkin, leaving a legacy as a prominent figure in French exploration.

Led Mekong River explorations

Contributed to Southeast Asia's cartography

Died in the Tonkin campaign

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