Charles Wilkes was an American naval officer and explorer best known for his command of the United States Exploring Expedition from 1838 to 1842. This expedition significantly contributed to the mapping of the Pacific Ocean and its territories, leading to important discoveries in areas such as Antarctica and the Pacific Northwest. His work also resulted in the collection of valuable scientific data and specimens, earning him recognition as a pioneer in American oceanography and exploration. Wilkes' contributions laid the groundwork for future scientific expeditions and the establishment of the United States' presence in the Pacific.
He was a hot-headed U.S. Naval Officer, during the civil war he was mostly recognized
He was a hot-headed U.S. Naval Officer, during the civil war he was mostly recognized
Charles Wilkes was born on 1798-04-03.
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Wilkes was in command of the sloop-of-war USS Vincennesduring the Wilkes Expedition to Antarctica in 1839.
Wilkes Land in Antarctica, thereby proving once and for all that it was a contnental landmass.
Wilkes Land was named after Charles Wilkes, the American explorer who commanded in 1838 an exploring and surveying US expedition of the Southern Pacific Ocean and surrounding lands.
Charles Wilkes died of a stroke on February 8, 1877 at the age of 79. He was an American naval officer and explorer known for leading the United States Exploring Expedition.
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