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Louis-Antoine de Bougainville, French navigator, hoists his countrys flag on a small island in the Straits of Magellan, during his round-the world voyage
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1767 Antoine Bougainville Countrys Exploration Hoists Magellan Navigator Straits Voyage
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1. Title: "Bougainville Hoists the French Flag on a Small Island in the Straits of Magellan, 1767" This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the history of exploration as French navigator Louis-Antoine de Bougainville raises the flag of his native country on a small island in the Straits of Magellan during his groundbreaking circumnavigation voyage. Dressed in the finery of a 18th-century seafarer, Bougainville stands tall and proud, his gaze fixed on the flag as it flutters in the wind. The backdrop of the rugged, uncharted island landscape underscores the sense of discovery and adventure that characterized Bougainville's journey. Bougainville's expedition, which took place between 1766 and 1769, was the first French circumnavigation voyage around the world. The intrepid explorer, who was commissioned by King Louis XV, embarked on the journey with the ships "Boudeuse" and "Etoile," accompanied by a crew of 250 men. The voyage led Bougainville to various parts of the world, including the Caribbean, the Pacific, and the Indian Ocean. The image of Bougainville hoisting the French flag on this small island in the Straits of Magellan is a testament to the spirit of exploration and national pride that fueled the voyages of discovery during the Age of Enlightenment. It serves as a reminder of the significant role France played in the history of maritime exploration and the expansion of European influence around the world. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the rich history of exploration and discovery. The image is believed to have been taken circa 1767, making it an invaluable historical document that continues to captivate and inspire generations.
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