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Abel Tasman made two significant voyages, in 1642 and 1644. He records the discovery of Fiji, New Zealand, and van Diemen's Land, now Australia.
[Each country had been found by their indigenous peoples long before this. Discover implies 'uncovering' - making widely known.]
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∙ 11y agoAbel Tasman discovered Tasman in 1642.
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What was the name of Abel Tasman's ship?
Abel Janszoon Tasman had two ships: the Heemskerck and the Zeehaen.
What sea is found between New Zealand and Australia?
The Tasman Sea. It is named for Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer.
The name of the Sea between Australia and New Zealand?
The Tasman Sea named for Dutch explorer Abel Tasman.
Dutch sailor Abel Tasman first discovered New Zealand in what year?
The first Dutch explorer to arrive in New Zealand was Abel Tasman. He arrived in 1642.
What is New Zealand very important person?
Abel Janszoon Tasman [:
What year and age did Abel Tasman start Exploring?
louis purcell
Was Abel Tasman English?
No. Abel Tasman was Dutch.
Where was Abel Janszoon Tasman born?
where was abel tasman born and when
What is the full name of Abel Tasman?
abel janzoon tasman
Was Abel Tasman an Australian explorer?
No. Abel Tasman was a Dutch explorer.
Is abel Tasman a Christian?
Yes Abel Tasman is a christian, he is from Holland.
When did abel tasman become a sailor?
why did abel tasman become a sailor
How did Abel Tasman grow up?
Where Did Abel Tasman grow Up
What was Abel Tasman's ship named?
Abel Tasman had 2 ships. The Heemskerck and the Zeehaen.
When did Abel Tasman die?
Abel Tasman died on the 10th of october in 1659
What was Abel Tasman's destination?
Abel Tasman's destination was the Dutch East Indies.
How many children did Abel Tasman have?
Abel Tasman had three children.
