Exploration & Discovery

Gavriil Pribylov Discovers St. George Island

Gavriil Pribylov, a Russian explorer, discovered St. George Island, one of the Pribilof Islands in the Bering Sea, as he navigated the remote waters. His exploration was part of a broader effort to investigate the potential for fur seal hunting in the region. The discovery of this island added to the understanding of the rich natural resources available in the Bering Sea, which would later have significant economic implications for Russian explorers and fur traders.

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