Jean-François de Surville
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Jean-François Marie de Surville was a merchant captain with the French East India Company. He commanded a voyage of exploration to the Pacific in 1769-70.
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A view of Pondicherry in the late 18th century
A commemorative plaque marking the anchorage of Saint Jean-Baptiste at Doubtless Bay, in New Zealand. It reads: "Jean François Marie de Surville anchored his ship Saint Jean Baptiste in Doubtless Bay 17-31 December 1769 to refresh his men. He visited a pā on this headland, 30 December."Historical Figures from France 6
About this person
Country
FranceCategory
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1717 to 1770 · aged 53
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