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Charles Chaillé-Long

American explorer (1842-1917) · United States · On the map · Historical Figures · Died at 74

Charles Chaillé-Long (1842-1917) was an American soldier, lawyer, explorer, diplomat, and author from Princess Anne, Maryland. He was commissioned by the United States Army and the Egyptian Army. He explored Central Africa and Korea (Corea).

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Awards

Charles P. Daly Medal1909

About this person

He was the second westerner to visit Lake Victoria and given credit for possibly being the first American to visit Lake Kyoga.

Country
United States
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1842 to 1917 · aged 74