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Various early Dutch explorers ventured into South Australia's western coastline during the 1600s. South Australia could be said to have been discovered in 1627, when Thijssen recorded the first observations of the South Australian coast.
The main explorer credited with charting the South Australian coastline and naming numerous points was Matthew Flinders, in 1802. At the same time, French explorer Nicolas Baudin was charting the coastline of what is now South Australia.
Charles Sturt was the next explorer who made a significant contribution to the exploration of South Australia when he followed the Murray River to its mouth. His discoveries were then followed up by men such as James Grant, Collett Barker and William Light.
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When was the east coast or Australia discovered?
The east coast of Australia was first explored by Captain James cook in 1770.
Which South American explorer discovered Australia?
No South American explorer discovered Australia.To see who really discovered Australia, see the related question below.
What year was NSW in Australia discovered?
The eastern coast of Australia was first explored by Europeans in 1770, when Lieutenant James Cook (not yet a captain)of the Endeavour charted it. He called the eastern coast "New South Wales", because he thought the hilly landscape looked like the south of Wales. Originally "New South Wales" referred to the entire eastern half of Australia.
Was Kangaroo Island discovered before South Australia?
No. Whilst Kangaroo Island was the first region settled in South Australia, it was not discovered first. Kangaroo Island was discovered by Matthew Flinders in 1802. Various early Dutch explorers ventured into South Australia's western coastline during the 1600s. South Australia could be said to have been discovered in 1627, when Thijssen recorded the first observations of the South Australian coast.
What was Edward Eyres expedition?
Edward Eyre was a Brit who explored the Australian continent. He moved to Sydney as a teenager, and explored South Australia in 1839.
What areas did the French British and Dutch explore?
The French explored North America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The British explored North America, India, Australia, and Africa. The Dutch explored Indonesia, South Africa, and parts of South America.
Where did the Dutch explore?
The Dutch explored various regions around the world, including the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Some notable Dutch explorers include Willem Janszoon who explored parts of Australia, Abel Tasman who discovered Tasmania and New Zealand, and Henry Hudson who explored North America. The Dutch East India Company also established trade routes and colonies in regions such as the East Indies (Indonesia) and South Africa.
What did James Cook and Charles Sturt and Edward John Eyre discover?
Three different people: many different discoveries. James Cook: * The Hawaiian Islands * Cook was the first to sight and chart Australia's east coast, but he did not discover Australia * Cook was the first to circumnavigate New Zealand, but he did not discover it Charles Sturt: * Sturt discovered that the Murrumbidgee River flows into the Murray River * He discovered that the Darling River flows into the Murray * He discovered that the Murray flows to the southern coast * He explored and discovered parts of what is now called the Simpson Desert Edward Eyre:* Eyre discovered Lake Hindmarsh and Mount Remarkable in South Australia * He discovered excellent countryside just north of Adelaide and rich, alluvial soil around what is now Hutt River * Eyre was the first to make the crossing from South Australia's coast to Albany in Western Australia: in doing so, he discovered what the interior of Australia and the Nullarbor Plain looked like
What states did Charles Sturt explore?
Most of Charles Sturt's exploration was undertaken in New South Wales which, incidentally, was a colony, and not yet a state when he explored. However, he also made some significant discoveries through South Australia.
Where are some places that gold have been discovered?
South Africa, Australia, Canada
Why are captain cook's maps important?
Captain Cook explored the south Pacific including Australia, Hawaii, and New Zealand.
What are two sites discovered by European explorers?
Two sites discovered by European explorers are Machu Picchu in Peru, discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911, and the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, first explored by Captain James Cook in 1770.
