Martin Frobisher
| Region | Occupation | Born | Died |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe, Artic/Antarctic | Explorer, Cartographer | 1535 | 1594 |
Born in Yorkshire and early on a sailor; of doubtful literacy. Likely a pirate in 1560s. One of Elizabeth I's "sea dogs," and tenacious seeker after a Northwest passage. First attempt in 1576 aboard the Gabriel (30 tons) and accompanied by the Michael (25 tons) and a pinnace (10 tons). Combined crew of 39. Reached 62N (Frobisher Bay) and blocked.
Tried again in 1577 aboard the Aid (200 tons), and a third attempt in 1578, with 15 ships.
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Robert A. McCaugheyImages
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Related Ships
Gabriel (1576)Aid (1577)
Compiler
Peter Richards