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John Barrow jun.

    Sir John Barrow was an English statesman and influential civil servant who left his mark on British administration and world exploration. His early experiences included serving as a tutor in China, where he learned the Chinese language and contributed to significant publications. He later participated in the administration of the Cape Colony and played a key role in organizing numerous Arctic expeditions that expanded knowledge of distant lands. Barrow's long tenure at the Admiralty and his promotion of geographical exploration make him a notable figure of his era.

    Ein Besuch auf der Insel Island über Tronyem im Sommer 1834