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William Dampier (British) - 1688.
Some sources say that the first European discoveries took place in the early 17th century, and that the Potuguese were the first explorers of the continent.
Captain James Cook claimed British possession of the eastern part of the continent in 1770.
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Who was credited for dicovering the 7 column periodic table in the mid 1800s?
some black guy who who smokes crach
What is a task for astronomer's?
a astornmer is a dicovering
Who first brought the sparrow into Australia?
Thomas Austin a property owner of Winchelsea, Victoria, is credited with bringing the first sparrows among other European wildlife into Australia in order to make the place a bit more like home.
Why does Captain Cook not get the credit for his discovery?
James Cook is fully credited with being the first European to chart the east coast of Australia and claim it for England, but he did not discover Australia. The Dutch were the first to discover the Australian continent, and to have their observations recorded and noted.
What man is given the honor of dicovering America?
Christopher Columbus.
Who Discovered sea route to Australia?
The Portuguese are credited with discovering the sea route to Australia, even though they did not recognise Australia as a separate continent at the time.
What year was Willem Jansz born?
Willem Jansz (aka William Janszoon) was born around 1570. He is generally credited as the first European to land on Australia, in 1606. Jansz died in 1630.
Who is generally credited with finding the first gold in Australia?
The first payable gold strike in Australia is credited to Edward Hargraves (who actually enlisted the help of the Lister brothers).
Is Australia a European?
No.
What nationality is willem jansz?
Willem Janszoon, sometimes called Willem Jansz, was from the Netherlands. He is famous for being the first European to see Australia.
What was Matthew flinders the first known European to do?
Matthew Flinders was the first known European to circumnavigate Australia.
What European explorer is credited with discovering the Saint Lawrence River?
Jacques Cartier
