Unaware of the French presence Captain John Byron explored and claimed Saunders Island, at the western end of the group, where he names the harbour of Port Egmont, and sails near other islands, which he claimed for King George III
Historical person
John Byron Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for John Byron, based on 2 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
2 records1765–17652 events2 places
Chronological biography
1765
Discovery of Falklands1765
Rule of Falkland Islands1765
Unaware of the French presence Captain John Byron explored and claimed Saunders Island, at the western end of the group, where he names the harbour of Port Egmont, and sails near other islands, which he claimed for King George III
Titles and roles
Captain
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