Jean Francois de Galaup, Comte de la Perouse
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The commemorative stamp depicting French explorer Jean Francois de Galaup is a worthwhile inclusion in the 1988 French series honoring explorers and navigators. He gained fame in the US revolutionary war as well as for his explorations.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1993
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Pierre Gaultier de Varennes de la Verendrye
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Pierre Gaultier de Varennes de la Verendrye explored much of the Great Lakes region and upper plains areas of the US and southern plains areas of Canada. Canada issued a postage stamp in honor of his almost-forgotten achievements.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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Abel Janszoon Tasman
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Abel Janszoon Tasman is honored on the stamps of several countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Tonga. Tasman, who was born in 1603, was captain of several ships in the Dutch East Indies.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1991
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