Robert le Mesurier McClure (1807-1873) Irish-born British naval officer and Arctic explorer, commander of 'Investigator' during 1850-1854 expedition when he discovered the Northwest Passage. Engraving, onion, c1880.


Robert le Mesurier McClure (1807-1873) Irish-born British naval officer and Arctic explorer, commander of 'Investigator' during 1850-1854 expedition when he discovered the Northwest Passage. Engraving, onion, c1880.


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