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He went on many a dangerous journey, five in my calculation. And all the while he was looking for this great 'south land' because it was believed to be rich in minerals good for trading. If this was true it would make the duch east indies even wealthier. He took with him two boats loaded with about 110 men in total.
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When did Abel tasman take place?
His best known voyages took place in 1642 and 1644.
When did Abel Tasman's explorations take place?
Tasmania, as it is known today, was discovered in November 1642 by Dutchman, Abel Janszoon Tasman. Originally, he named it "Van Diemen's Land", after the Governor of Batavia, Antony Van Diemen.
Why didn't Abel Tasman take claim to New Zealand?
Abel Tasman discovered New Zealand on December 16, 1642. Maori came from the shore in two canoes to meet the ship. The language barrier made communication impossible. Tasman sent out a boat to invite the Maori aboard. More canoes came and one rammed the boat, killing sailors. Tasman fired on the Maori, causing them to flee to shore. He sailed to the tip of North Island before leaving New Zealand waters.
Why did Abel Tasman's exploration take place?
Abel Tasman was employed by the Dutch East India Company, and he was ordered to explore the south-east waters in order to find a new sea trade route to Chile in South America. He was also instructed to search for the hypothetical "Great South land" which was believed to be rich in minerals, and hence may have provided good trade opportunities for the Dutch.
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What can a ship take you on?
Voyage
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Tasman Sea.
Did Simon Fraser Have A Second Voyage?
No, Simon Fraser didn't have a second voyage because after he died in 1862 after his first voyage before he could take a second voyage
Where did the voyage take Jacques?
newfoundland
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1492
How many voyage did take?
3 voyages
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in orlando
