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Adolf Overweg

German astronomer and geologist (1822-1852) · Scientists · Died at 30

Adolf Overweg was a German astronomer, geologist, and explorer of Africa. As a member of a mission to fix trade routes in Central Africa he became the first person of European origin to circumnavigate Lake Chad by boat.

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Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1822 to 1852 · aged 30