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What was the name of Flinders' first ship?

  • HMS Reliance

  • HMS Investigator

  • HMS Endeavour

  • HMS Beagle

Answer

HMS Reliance was the first ship commanded by Matthew Flinders, a renowned British navigator and explorer. Flinders embarked on his maiden voyage aboard the Reliance in 1791, setting sail for the Indian Ocean and Australia. During this expedition, he conducted extensive surveys and charted the coastlines of Australia, contributing significantly to the understanding of the continent's geography.
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