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Matthew Flinders undertook several different journeys of exploration around Australia, each of differrent duration. * Between 7 October 1798 and 12 January 1799, Matthew Flinders and George Bass circumnavigated Van Diemen's Land, and also sailed back up the NSW coast to Port Jackson. * In July 1799, Flinders sailed in the "Norfolk" to explore north of Port Jackson. On this journey, he explored Moreton Bay (now in Southeast Qld) and Hervey Bay, returning to Port Jackson late in August. * Between December 1801 and June 1803, Flinders charted the entire coastline of Australia.
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∙ 13y agoFlinders' voyage to circumnavigate Australia in the Investigator lasted from 1801 to 1803.
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What qualities did Matthew Flinders have?
The first Australian explorer, Matthew Flinders had determination and motivation as two of his most important qualities. Flinders is best known for his brave and impressing explorations.
The coast of which continent was largely charted by Matthew Flinders?
The coast of the Australian continent was largely charted by Matthew Flinders. Between December 1801 and June 1803, Flinders charted the entire coastline of Australia. Following this, he published a book of his explorations entitled "A Voyage to Terra Australis". Australia was previously known as New Holland, and Flinders first proposed the name "Terra Australis", which became "Australia", the name adopted in 1824.
Is Matthew Flinders important?
Yes. The explorations and journeys made by Matthew Flinders were very important, and he was a significant figure in Australia's history. Flinders's main voyage circumnavigated the entire continent and charted the Australian coastline,filling in the gaps left by previous English and Dutch explorers. It was very important for improving the knowledge of the Australian continent. It was also important because, while charting the southern coastline, Flinders became the first to put forward the possibility of establishing a settlement on the southern coast.
Why did Captain Flinders create Flinders Hospital?
Matthew Flinders did not create Flinders Hospital.
In what years did Champlain's explorations take place?
1603
What year did Champlain's explorations take place?
1603
What is Matthew Flinders named after?
* Flinders Island in Bass Strait In South Australia: * Flinders Mountain Range * Flinders Ranges National Park * Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island * Flinders University * the suburb of Flinders Park * Flinders Highway In Queensland * also another Flinders Highway * the Ipswich suburb of Flinders View * Flinders River, the longest river in Queensland In Victoria * the Melbourne suburb of Flinders * Federal electorate of Flinders In Western Australia: * Flinders Bay In NSW: * Bass and Flinders Point Throughout Australia, there are also many streets and schools named after Matthew Flinders.
What did Matthew Flinders take with him on his expedition?
his boat called tom thumb.
What did Matthew Flinders take with him on expeditions?
his boat called tom thumb.
What did Matthew Flinders take on his journeys?
Flinders took a sextant, compass, notepaper for observations and chart-making, pencils, food rations, barrels of water and his cat 'Trim' who was Matthew Flinders' constant companion on most of his journeys between 1799 and 1804.
Where is the Mountain Flinders?
The Flinders Ranges are in South Australia.
What buildings are named after Matthew Flinders?
Flinders building
