Charles Wilkes
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                                                 Language:  English / USA
 Language:  English / USA
                        Charles Wilkes (1798-1877), American explorer and naval officer, led the United States Exploring Expedition in 1838. He explored Tierra del Fuego, traversed the Antarctic Peninsula to 70° South, and sailed through the Pacific and Indian Oceans. His explorations contributed to significant discoveries about Antarctica.
