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Diego Ramírez

Diego Ramírez was a Spanish naval officer and explorer born in 1777. He is known for leading expeditions during the late 18th and early 19th centuries to explore the Pacific Ocean and its surrounding regions. His journeys contributed valuable information about uncharted areas, including parts of the coast of present-day Alaska and the North Pacific. Ramírez was committed to expanding geographical knowledge and mapping unknown territories, supporting Spain's interests in the Pacific. His work helped improve navigation and understanding of the Pacific region during a time of growing global exploration.