Events tagged with "hms beagle"

Historical Events tagged with "hms beagle"

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Exploration & Discovery

HMS Beagle's First Voyage Begins

May 22nd, 1826 198 years ago

HMS Beagle set sail for its first voyage from Plymouth, England, embarking on a journey that would include charting coasts and oceans. Under the command of Captain Robert FitzRoy, the expedition's aim was to survey the waters and coastline of South America. This voyage would later be notable for having Charles Darwin on board, whose observations would become foundational for the theory of evolution. The Beagle was equipped with the latest navigational technology of the time, showcasing advancements in maritime exploration.