Louis Antoine de Bougainville
French Admiral and Explorer
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Died
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Explorers & Adventurers
Country
France
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An admiral and explorer, contributed to the exploration of the Pacific Ocean. Participated in the Seven Years' War and later commanded France's first South Pacific expedition. His voyage, which lasted from 1766 to 1769, provided insights into the peoples and geography of the region. Authored works that detailed these explorations, influencing maritime navigation and knowledge of the Pacific islands.
Led France's first round-the-world expedition
Authored 'Voyage autour du monde'
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