Salvador Fidalgo was a Spanish explorer born on August 6, 1756. He is best known for leading Spain's exploration of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. He is credited with discovering the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Columbia River, and for mapping the coast of the Pacific Northwest.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $100K - $1M
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About
The leader of Spain's exploration of Alaska and the Pacific North West.
Before Fame
He entered the navy while pursuing his studies, and after graduation spent time in survey and combat missions.
Trivia
His first expedition was to find out the extent of Russian and British encroachment in the Pacific North West.
Family Life
He was born into Spain's noble Navarrese family.
Associated With
He was one of the first explorers of Alaska, similarly to his American counterpart Wilds P. Richardson .