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George Vancouver was a renowned British explorer known for his exploration of the west coast of North America. Born on June 22, 1757, and passing away on May 10, 1798, Vancouver's expeditions in the late 18th century detailed the geography and marine charts of the region, laying the groundwork for subsequent colonization and development.

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All Vancouver British Changed Consequence Declaration Fall Land Lows Natural Ocean Rivers Robbing Sea Streams Taken Water

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“A British declaration be taken against Martinez for 'capturing and robbing us.”

Taken British Declaration Robbing Vancouver

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“The sea has now changed from its natural, to river coloured water, the probable consequence of some streams falling into the bay, or into the ocean to the north of it, through the low land.”

Fall Water Natural Sea Land Changed Ocean Lows Consequence Rivers Streams Vancouver

Book:A Voyage of Discovery to the North Pacific Ocean: And Round Theworld; in which the Coast of North-west America Has Been Carefully Examined and Accurately Surveyed

Source: A Voyage of Discovery to the North Pacific Ocean: And Round Theworld; in which the Coast of North-west America Has Been Carefully Examined and Accurately Surveyed

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Born: June 22, 1757
Died: May 10, 1798
Known for: Explorer
Quotes: 2

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A Voyage of Discovery to the North Pacific Ocean: And Round Theworld; in which the Coast of North-west America Has Been Carefully Examined and Accurately SurveyedRelated source material

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