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In 1803 Flinders was returning to England with the work of his discoveries in Australia, but his ship was leaking badly and he needed emergency repairs.
He put into the French-controlled island of Mauritius, in the Indian ocean in late December 1803. He did not know that England and France were at war.
Within a few days the French governor Decaen concluded that Flinders was a "spy", and Flinders was imprisoned on the island.
He remained a prisoner of the French until June 1810, when British ships blockaded the island and forced his release.
What else can I help you with?
Did Matthew flinders the explorer go to university?
No. Matthew Flinders did not go to university, or receive higher education of any description.
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.
What type of explorer was Matthew Flinders?
Matthew Flinders was a sea explorer.
Did Matthew Flinders get any artifacts?
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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).
Why did Captain Flinders create Flinders Hospital?
Matthew Flinders did not create Flinders Hospital.
