Robert FitzRoy

English admiral and meteorologist

Robert FitzRoy - English admiral and meteorologist
Born

July 5th, 1805
219 years ago

Died

April 30th, 1865
159 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as an admiral in the Royal Navy and made significant contributions to meteorology and oceanography. Commanded the HMS Beagle during Charles Darwin's famous voyage, allowing for crucial scientific observations that influenced evolutionary theory. Became the second Governor of New Zealand, overseeing early colonial governance and interactions with the Māori people. Advocated for scientific research and created the first system of weather forecasting in the United Kingdom.

Commanded HMS Beagle on Darwin's voyage

Pioneered weather forecasting in the UK

Served as the 2nd Governor of New Zealand

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