John Strong (sea captain)

John Strong was a British sea captain known for his explorations in the 17th century. He is most famous for navigating the waters around the Falkland Islands in 1690, where he made significant observations and laid claim to the islands for Britain. His expeditions contributed to European knowledge of South Atlantic geography. Strong's work was part of a broader era of maritime exploration, which sought new trade routes and territories. Today, he is recognized for his role in early British endeavors in the southern seas, highlighting the interplay between exploration and imperial expansion during that time.