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Cornelis Wobma surveys the west coast
Governor Bax sent Cornelis Wobma north along the west coast to investigate peoples, geography and potential limits of known settlement.
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Governor Bax sent Cornelis Wobma north along the west coast to investigate peoples, geography and potential limits of known settlement.
Significance
The journey extended VOC intelligence into Nama and coastal territories.
Why it matters
The journey extended VOC intelligence into Nama and coastal territories.