This Day in History June 27, 1898

By Ruth on June 27, 2013 in history
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I was not aware of today’s feature–maybe you were.  On this date in 1898, Joshua Slocum became the first person to circumnavigate the globe alone.  He was a native of Nova Scotia, and he began his journey on April 24, 1895, from Boston,  It was a 46,000, three-year journey.  He was 54 when he began this journey–wow!    He published a best-selling account of his journey in 1900, and it is still in print to this day.  Unfortunately, he took off from Boston again in November of 1909, and he was never heard from again.  It is assumed that he was lost at sea.

For more info:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joshua_Slocum

http://www.joshuaslocumsocietyintl.org/

http://joshuaslocum.com/

http://famousdaily.com/history/first-solo-circumnavigation.html

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,
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4 Comments

  1. jennifer zuna June 27, 2013 Reply

    I love historical mysteries like this!

  2. Dawn June 27, 2013 Reply

    That is too bad that he disappeared. I guess at least it is assumed he was doing something he loved.

  4. Giveaways 4 Mom June 27, 2013 Reply

    This is very interesting. I am not a history person so I had no clue.

  6. Maggie C June 27, 2013 Reply

    Wow, a 3 year journey to circumnavigate the world. How long does it take now via airplane, less than 2 days? How far we’ve come in 100 years!

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