Explorer and naval administrator. Born Devon, the younger brother of Stephen.
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William Borough
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This tablet is in memory of Sir Hugh Willoughby, Stephen Borough, William Bor...
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Henry Lloyd
Role on the lost expedition: Able seaman on SS Erebus. See John Franklin.
John Wilson
Role on the lost expedition: Petty officer on SS Terror. See John Franklin.
Joseph René Bellot
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