Olivier van Noort
Dutch explorer of the Pacific Ocean
Born
1558
467 years ago
Died
February 22nd, 1627
398 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Netherlands
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Explored the Pacific Ocean during the early 17th century. Led the first Dutch expedition to circumnavigate the globe from 1598 to 1601. Documented the voyage in a journal that provided valuable information about the regions visited. Returned to the Netherlands and participated in maritime discussions and explorations. His contributions helped to establish Dutch maritime presence and influence in various territories.
Led the first Dutch circumnavigation of the globe
Published a journal detailing his voyage
Explored the west coast of South America and islands in the Pacific
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