Yakov Sannikov
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Yakov Sannikov(dates of birth and death unknown) was a Russianpromyshlennikand explorer of theNew Siberian Islands.[1][2]
In 1800, Sannikov discovered and chartedStolbovoy Island,and in 1805Faddeyevsky Island.In 1809–1810, he took part in the expedition led byMatvei Gedenschtrom.In 1810, Sannikov crossed the island ofNew Siberiaand a year later explored Faddeyevsky Island. He also discoveredBunge Land,and suggested that there was a vast land north of theKotelny Island.This hypothetical island has become known asSannikov Land.[2]
AstraitbetweenMaly Lyakhovskyand the Kotelny islands bears Sannikov's name.[2]
References
[edit]- ^*ЯКОВ САННИКОВ
- ^abcСанников, Яков.Great Soviet Encyclopedia.
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