Description: (Explorer)
Samuel Hearne was an English explorer, fur-trader, author, and naturalist renowned for his groundbreaking adventures in northern Canada. He made history as the first European to successfully navigate an overland route to the Arctic Ocean, ultimately reaching Coronation Gulf by way of the Coppermine River. In 1774, Hearne played a crucial role in establishing Cumberland House for the Hudson's Bay Company, a significant milestone in the company's expansion initiatives. His efforts were instrumental in advancing exploration and trade in the Canadian wilderness.