Edward Bransfield
Edward Bransfield (c. 1785 – 31 October 1852) was an Irish sailor who became an officer in the British Royal Navy, serving as a master on several ships, after being impressed into service in Ireland at the age of 18. He is noted for his participation in several explorations of parts of Antarctica, including a sighting of the Trinity Peninsula in January 1820.
Edward Bransfield | |
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| Born | c. 1785 Ballinacurra, County Cork, Kingdom of Ireland |
| Died | 31 October 1852 (aged 66–67) Brighton, England |
| Service/ | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1803–1820 |
| Rank | Master |
| Battles/wars | Bombardment of Algiers |
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