Olivier van Noort

Dutch explorer of the Pacific Ocean

Olivier van Noort - Explorers & Adventurers born 1558
Born

1558
468 years ago

Died
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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