Louis de Freycinet
French explorer and navigator
Born
1779
246 years ago
Died
August 18th, 1842
182 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
France
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Served as a prominent French navigator and explorer during the early 19th century. Led the Freycinet Expedition from 1817 to 1820, which conducted detailed surveys of the Australian coastline and charted previously unrecorded land. The expedition contributed to the mapping of the Pacific region and included scientific observations of flora, fauna, and indigenous cultures. Authored the 'Voyage autour du monde,' which documented the findings of the expedition.
Led the Freycinet Expedition (1817-1820)
Produced detailed maps of Australia's coastline
Documented findings in 'Voyage autour du monde'
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