William Dampier: Who Was the First Englishman to Visit Australia? Discover His Journey
William Dampier was the first Englishman to visit Australia in 1688. He undertook this journey as part of his exploration of the South Seas. Dampier explored the Australian coast and recorded his observations. His findings played a key role in increasing European knowledge about Australia and its geography. Dampier’s voyages were marked by encounters with … Read more