Peter Bird
Peter Bird was a British adventurer and rower best known for being the first person to successfully row solo across the Pacific Ocean in 1983. His journey from California to Australia was a remarkable feat of endurance and skill, setting a precedent for future solo ocean rowers. Bird's pioneering spirit and determination opened the door for others to attempt similar challenges, contributing to the lore of ocean exploration.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 | 6.67 | 0.08% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 60,270 | $2,700,000 | 2,397$ |
| Australia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 14,731 | $1,380,000 | 797$ |
| Israel | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 4,393 | $400,000 | 191$ |
| Totals | 5 | 102,602,795 | 79,394 | $4,480,000 | 3,385$ |
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Israel:
Peter Bird was the first to allegedly cross the Pacific Ocean alone in 1983.
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United Kingdom:
Peter Bird is one of the few rowers who have crossed the Pacific alone and without stopping.
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Australia:
Peter Bird was the first to make the Pacific crossing solo without stopping in 1983.
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United Kingdom:
Peter Bird was the first person to make the Pacific crossing solo without stopping in 1983.
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United Kingdom:
Peter Bird crossed the Pacific single-handed in 1983.
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