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Henry Hudson: English Explorer of the New World

Discover the fascinating life of Henry Hudson, born in London in the 1560s. Learn about his explorations for England and Dutch merchants, his notable voyages, and the mysteries surrounding his death. Uncover fun facts about his family and legacy.

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Henry Hudson: English Explorer of the New World

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  1. Henry Hudson Power point By: Andrew Adamson and Mark Brown

  2. Lifespan • He was born in London, England during the 1560/1570s. • He died in 1611 at Hudson Bay. The cause is unknown. • His life span was 41 to 51 years.

  3. Country he explored for When he first started exploring, he explored for England but later explored for Dutch explorers.

  4. Henry Hudson's voyages • His voyages ranged from the time periods of 1607 to 1611. • During these journeys, he discovered Hudson river, Hudson bay, Hudson Strait.

  5. Reason for his voyages • Henry Hudson wanted to find the northwest passage and northeast passage to get to Asia and India.

  6. Result of his voyages • . One result of his 1611 voyage was his crew mutinied. • Another result of his 1611 voyage was that he was allegedly murdered. • The result of his1607,1608,and his 1609 voyages was the discovery of Hudson river, Hudson bay, Hudson Strait

  7. Fun facts • Had a wife named Katherine Hudson • Had 3 sons named John, Richard, and Oliver Hudson. • He was a well educated explorer. • No attempt was ever made to search for Henry Hudson. • Henry Hudson was the grandson of Henry Hudson who was a London alderman, who helped find the Muscovy Trading Company.

  8. Websites • www.biography.com • Ask.com • Yahoo.answers • Wikipedia • Google images

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