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John Hanning Speke (1827-1864) born at Bideford, Devon, England. Officer in the
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John Hanning Speke (1827-1864) born at Bideford, Devon, England. Officer in the
John Hanning Speke (1827-1864) born at Bideford, Devon, England. Officer in the British Indian Army and explorer of Africa. Accompanied Richard Burtons expedition (1855-1858), sponsored by the Royal Geographical Society, when he discovered Lake Victoria Nyanza. On a subsequent expedition of 1860-1862 he discovered the exit from the lake into the White Nile which he named Ripon Falls. Engraving from The Leisure Hour (London, 1864)
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This engraving from The Leisure Hour showcases the remarkable John Hanning Speke, an English explorer and military officer born in Bideford, Devon, England in 1827. Serving as an officer in the British Indian Army, Speke embarked on a momentous expedition to Africa alongside Richard Burton between 1855 and 1858. This groundbreaking exploration was sponsored by the prestigious Royal Geographical Society. During this arduous journey, Speke made a monumental discovery that would forever change our understanding of African geography. He stumbled upon Lake Victoria Nyanza, unveiling its vast beauty and significance to the world. Undeterred by his previous achievements, Speke embarked on another daring expedition from 1860 to 1862. It was during this subsequent mission that he made yet another astonishing revelation - he discovered the exit point of Lake Victoria into the White Nile River and aptly named it Ripon Falls. These extraordinary findings solidified John Hanning Speke's legacy as one of history's most celebrated explorers. This enchanting engraving immortalizes a man whose courage knew no bounds and whose thirst for knowledge led him to uncover some of Africa's greatest secrets. It serves as a testament to his unwavering determination and indomitable spirit in pursuit of scientific discovery.
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