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Dutch Explorer Matthijs Quast Remembered on Anniversary of Death
Original: Dutch explorer Matthijs Quast, who died OTD in 1641, made several voyages to East Asia; he's best known for an unsuccess
The Dutch explorer Matthijs Quast, who died on this day in 1641, is being remembered for his several voyages to East Asia. He is best known for an unsuccessful expedition to search for islands said to lie east of Japan, a quest that ultimately failed to find the mythical lands. The anniversary has prompted renewed interest in his role in 17th-century Dutch maritime exploration.
Why now: The anniversary of his death in 1641 is prompting people to revisit his life and expeditions.
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- Dutch explorer Matthijs Quast, who died OTD in 1641, made several voyages to East Asia; he's best known for an unsuccessful search for islands lying to the east of # Japan https:// cromwell-intl.com/travel/japan /katakana-hiragana/?s=mb # travel # history · bobthetraveler@mastodon.world · 2
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