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Captain George Vancouver RN (June 22, 1757 - May 10, 1798) was an officer in the British Royal Navy, best known for his exploration of the North-West Coast of North America, including the shores of the modern day Alaska, British Columbia, Washington and Oregon. He also explored the southwest coast of Australia.
The cities of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and Vancouver, Washington, USA are named after him.
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What country sponsored sir francis drake's explorations?
Probably England. It was his nationality. George Vancouver was an explorer. He had 5 older brothers. he was born in England in 1758. He is famous for discovering Vancouver. ============================================================== Captain George Vancouver was an officer in the British Royal Navy. As such, he was not "sponsored." He was following orders.
Did Francis Drake James Cook and George Vancouver give France a claim to Oregon?
No they gave England a claim to Oregon
What are two facts about George Martin from the Beatles?
He is deaf in one ear and he has four children.
What are facts about PAUL GEORGE?
Paul George is an American baseball player. He weighs 220 pounds.He's been playing baseball for his career since 2010.
10 facts about paul george?
He went to knight high school college at fresno state
What landmarks did George Vancouver name?
george named vancouver and vancouver island
Did george vancouver have kids?
George Vancouver did not have kids, nor did he get married.
How did Vancouver get named?
William Van Horne named it after Captain George Vancouver, who had explored much of the area.
Why was Vancouver named Vancouver?
Vancouver was named after After the British Explorer George Vancouver who Discovered Vancouver.
When was George Vancouver born?
George Vancouver was born on June 22, 1757.
What is George Vancouver's birthday?
George Vancouver was born on June 22, 1757.
Who is efforts gave British claims to Oregon?
George Vancouver.
When was Vancouver Furious George created?
Vancouver Furious George was created in 1995.
Who sent George Vancouver on his voyage?
George Vancouver was sent by the British Govmerment.
What was George Vancouver famous for?
For discovering Vancouver
Did george Vancouver discouver Vancouver?
George Vancouver did not discover vancouver BC it was simply named after him he actually discovered Vancouver Island it was actually Vancouver and Quadra Island , but the spanish shortened it to just simply Vancouver island.
Where did George Vancouver live as a child?
George Vancouver was born in King's Lynn England.
