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What book was Matthew Flinders motivated by?
Matthew Flinders was inspired by reports of Captain James Cook's voyages, but it was after reading Daniel Defoe's "Robinson Crusoe" that he decided he wanted to be an explorer and sailor.
What is Matthew Flinders full name?
Matthew Flinders's full name was simply Matthew Flinders.
Who was Matthew Flinders' mother?
Matthew Flinders' mum was Susanah.
What was Matthew Flinders nationality?
Matthew Flinders was born in England.
Was Matthew flinders father an explorer?
No, Matthew Flinders' father (also named Matthew Flinders) was a surgeon/doctor in Flinders' home-town of Donington, Lincolnshire. He had hoped that young Matthew would follow in his footsteps and become a doctor as well, but when his son's interest in joining the navy became evident, he allowed Matthew to join the Royal Navy at the age of 15.
What type of explorer was Matthew Flinders?
Matthew Flinders was a sea explorer.
How did Matthew flinders become an explorer?
It is said that Matthew Flinders was inspired by the thought of adventure after reading the novel "Robinson Crusoe". He was also inspired by the journals of Captain James Cook.
Where was Matthew Flinders born?
Matthew Flinders was born in Donington, Lincolnshire, England.
When was Matthew Flinders - academic - born?
Matthew Flinders - academic - was born in 1972.
When was Matthew Flinders' Cat created?
Matthew Flinders' Cat was created in 2002.
How Matthew flinders traveled?
Matthew Flinders travelled by ship. He was a sea explorer.
Who were Matthew Flinders parents?
Matthew Flinders' parents were Matthew (senior), who was a surgeon, and Sussanah (nee Ward).
