In what century did Broughton serve as a naval officer?
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Broughton served as a naval officer in the 18th century. He was born in 1728 and died in 1792. He was a British naval officer who made several voyages to the South Pacific. He is best known for his voyage in 1787-1792, which resulted in the discovery of the Solomon Islands and the New Hebrides. He also explored the coast of New Guinea and the Torres Strait.
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