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Dampier was both an explorer and a pirate. However, he was also a scientist, and intensely curious about all aspects of nature. He was interested in studying plants, animals, geography and other societies.
Dampier initially stumbled across "New Holland" as part of his journeys as a pirate.
In January 1688, his ship the 'Cygnet' was beached on the northwest coast of Australia, at King Sound near Buccaneer Archipelago on the north-west coast of Australia. While the ship was being repaired Dampier made notes on the fauna and flora he found there. He 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.
Eleven years later, Dampier was back, after the British Admiralty commissioned him to chart the north-west coast, hoping to find a strategic use for 'New Holland. The expedition set out on 14 January 1699. In July, Dampier reached Dirk Hartog Island near Shark Bay in Western Australia. Searching for water, he followed the coast northwards, reaching the Dampier Archipelago and then Roebuck Bay. After finding no sign of water, he was forced to head north for Timor.
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What was William Dampier's wife's name?
William Dampier's wife's name was Judith.
What was William Dampier's middle name?
English explorer and pirate William Dampier is not known to have had a middle name.
When was William Dampier born?
In August 1651.
Was William dampier married?
ok ok
Did william dampier have kids?
maybe? I don't care. who does?
What country was William Dampier from?
William Dampier was from England.
Was William Dampier British?
Yes, William Dampier was British.
What was the reason for William Dampiers voyage?
William Dampier was a pirate and a naturalist. He was a meticulous observer of nature and note-taker, and to this end, his curiosity led him to explore.
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.
What landmarks did William Dampier name or are named after him?
Dampier wa
Where was William Dampier born?
William Dampier was born in 1651 in East Coker, Somerset, England.
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
