William Scoresby | |
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| Born | 5 October 1789 Cropton, Yorkshire, England |
| Died | 21 March 1857 (aged 67) Torquay, Devon, England |
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| Known for | Arctic exploration |
William Scoresby FRS FRSE (5 October 1789 – 21 March 1857) was an English whaler, Arctic explorer, scientist and clergyman.