Abel Tasman - Part 2 - the South Seas, New Guinea and Australia
The Explorers Podcast
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Abel Tasman's Voyages and Legacy
This chapter explores Tasman's second expedition, his failure to find the Torres Strait, and the lasting impact of his voyages. It discusses the accuracy of his maps, his role in the Dutch East India Company, and his later endeavors as a private citizen. The chapter also mentions the Tazmann map and Abel Tasman's legacy in Australia and New Zealand.
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