John Meares
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John Meares was an Irish navigator, explorer, and maritime fur trader in service of Great Britain during the late 18th century. He is best known for his voyages to the Pacific Northwest; and from his
Lieutenant John Meares. From an engraving after the picture by W. Beechey in Meares' Voyages.
The launch of the North West America at Nootka Sound, 1788
Robert Gray (sea captain)
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Robert Gray was an American merchant sea captain who is known for his achievements in connection with two trading voyages to the northern Pacific coast of North America, between 1787 and 1793, which p
Captain Gray (Not showing his lack of one eye)
Medal made for Gray and Kendrick to take on the voyage
A royal Hawaiian Mahiole, or feathered helmet, collected by Gray in 1789
Martha Gray's petition to Congress