Biographical note on James Weddell, R.N. (1787–1834)

James Weddell is celebrated in polar history for his voyage of 1822–24 during which he penetrated the then unknown Weddell Sea as far as lat. 74° S., in the brig Jane and the cutter Beaufoy . This note sheds light on some other events in his life and records where the source material is to be found....

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Published in:Polar Record
Main Author: Savours, Ann
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press (CUP) 1962
Subjects:
General Earth and Planetary Sciences
Ecology
Geography, Planning and Development
Weddell Sea
Weddell
Polar Record
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0032247400052876
https://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/S0032247400052876
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Summary:James Weddell is celebrated in polar history for his voyage of 1822–24 during which he penetrated the then unknown Weddell Sea as far as lat. 74° S., in the brig Jane and the cutter Beaufoy . This note sheds light on some other events in his life and records where the source material is to be found.

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