John Palliser
British explorer (1817-1887) · Ireland · On the map · Historical Figures · Died at 70
John Palliser was an Irish-born geographer and explorer. Following his service in the Waterford Militia and hunting excursions to the North American prairies, he led the British North American Exploring Expedition which investigated the geography, climate and ecology of what would later become western Canada.
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Ireland
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1817 to 1887 · aged 70
