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James Clark Ross

British explorer and naval officer (1800–1862)

James Clark Ross was born on April 15, 1800 in Finsbury Square and died on April 3, 1862, aged 61.

Born

April 15, 1800

James Clark Ross died aged 61.

Died: April 3, 1862

Birthplace
Finsbury Square, London, United Kingdom
Professions
botanical collector, discoverer, seafarer, explorer, scientific collector, botanist, naturalist, polar explorer, Konteradmiral, naval officer
Citizenship
Kingdom of Great Britain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Zodiac sign
Aries
Birth name
James Clark Ross

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Questions people ask

How old was James Clark Ross when they died?

James Clark Ross died aged 61.

When is James Clark Ross’s birthday?

James Clark Ross’s recorded birthday is April 15.

Where was James Clark Ross born?

James Clark Ross was born in Finsbury Square; London, United Kingdom.

What was James Clark Ross’s name at birth?

James Clark Ross’s recorded birth name is James Clark Ross.

When did James Clark Ross die?

James Clark Ross died on April 3, 1862.