John Franklin
John Franklin was a British Royal Navy officer and explorer famed for his ill-fated expedition to find the Northwest Passage in the 1840s. His legacy is marked by the tragic loss of both his ships and crew, which sparked significant interest and numerous search missions that ultimately contributed to Arctic exploration history.
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John Franklin is noted for his polar exploration efforts and the term 'Arctic Fever' associated with his wife.
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