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William Dampier was an English explorer and pirate. He was also a keen scientist who made observations of both plant and animal life.
Dampier is known for being the first Englishman (though certainly not the first explorer) to land on Australia's shores. He landed in northwestern Australia, but was unimpressed by the dryness of the land, and the native inhabitants.
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Did William Dampier get married?
no he didnt
What was cause of William Dampier's death?
William Dampier was a world famous explorer. He traveled around the world three times before his death. The cause of his death is unknown.
What is William Dampier known for?
East Coker, Somerset, Engalnd
What did William dampier discover in his life?
William Dampier, (1651 to 1715) was the first Englishman to explore or map parts of Australia, (Which was called New Holland in those days), and New Guinea. He was the first person to circumnavigate the world three times.
What was the outcome of William Dampier's expeditions?
Dampier was unimpressed by the dry, barren landscape, the lack of water and what he described as the "miserablest people in the world" - the native population. His negative reports led to the delay of England's colonisation of what is now Australia.
What country was William Dampier from?
William Dampier was from England.
Was William Dampier British?
Yes, William Dampier was British.
When was William Cecil Dampier born?
Dorothy Dampier was born in 1908.
What was William Dampier's wife's name?
William Dampier's wife's name was Judith.
Was William Dampier a European?
Yes, William Dampier was European. Specifically, he was English.
When did William Cecil Dampier die?
William Cecil Dampier died in 1952.
How old was William dampier when he died?
William dampier was 64 years old when he died.
Where was William Dampier born?
William Dampier was born in 1651 in East Coker, Somerset, England.
What landmarks did William Dampier name or are named after him?
Dampier wa
What was William Dampier's middle name?
English explorer and pirate William Dampier is not known to have had a middle name.
When did William dampier?
1715
What boat did William Dampier travel on to get to Australia?
William Dampier was on the Cygnet when he first reached Western Australia's shores.
