Jeanne Baré
French explorer of the Pacific islands
Born
July 27th, 1740
285 years ago
Died
1803
222 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
France
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Born in France, an early explorer achieved significant milestones. Accompanied Louis Antoine de Bougainville on the voyage around the world. Disguised as a male to join the expedition, became the first woman to circumnavigate the globe. Collected various botanical specimens, contributing to the understanding of flora in the regions visited. The journey provided extensive insights into the Pacific islands and their ecosystems.
First woman to circumnavigate the globe
Accompanied Bougainville's expedition
Collected important botanical specimens
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