Laura Dekker

Sailor and youngest solo circumnavigator

Laura Dekker - Sailor and youngest solo circumnavigator
Born

September 20th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

Netherlands

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Born in 1995, a Dutch sailor gained international attention for completing a solo circumnavigation of the globe. Starting her journey in 2010 at the age of 14, the expedition lasted over a year and covered more than 27,000 nautical miles. The journey was marked by challenges including navigating treacherous waters and overcoming legal battles regarding her age. The sailor documented her experiences and adventures throughout the trip, highlighting the joys and difficulties of long-distance sailing. Upon completion, she became the youngest person to sail solo around the world, a record recognized by the international sailing community.

Completed solo circumnavigation at age 14

Documented experiences during journey

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