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A Private Journal Kept During The Niger Expedition
From The Commencement In May, 1841, Until The Recall Of The Expedition In June, 1842 (1843)
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Offering a firsthand account of the Niger Expedition from May 1841 to June 1842, this journal by William Simpson captures the daily life and challenges faced by the British Navy crew. It details interactions with local tribes and the efforts to map the Niger River while also providing rich observations of the region's geography, flora, and fauna. As a primary source, it is invaluable for historians exploring 19th-century West Africa and British imperial endeavors. This reprint preserves the original work's significance while making it accessible to modern readers.
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A Private Journal Kept During The Niger Expedition, William v. Simpson
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- Title
- A Private Journal Kept During The Niger Expedition
- Subtitle
- From The Commencement In May, 1841, Until The Recall Of The Expedition In June, 1842 (1843)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William v. Simpson
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 156
- ISBN13
- 9781437464245
- Category
- History, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Offering a firsthand account of the Niger Expedition from May 1841 to June 1842, this journal by William Simpson captures the daily life and challenges faced by the British Navy crew. It details interactions with local tribes and the efforts to map the Niger River while also providing rich observations of the region's geography, flora, and fauna. As a primary source, it is invaluable for historians exploring 19th-century West Africa and British imperial endeavors. This reprint preserves the original work's significance while making it accessible to modern readers.