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A name that shines in the annals of 19th-century exploration and science, Jules Dumont d'Urville was a French navigator and explorer born on May 23, 1790, in Condé-sur-Noireau, France. His career began in the French Navy, where he quickly made a name for himself as a capable and ambitious officer. Dumont d'Urville is best known for his voyages to the Pacific, which he undertook on behalf of the French government to map the world and make scientific discoveries.

His first significant expedition was the voyage on the "Astrolabe" from 1826 to 1829, during which he explored the coasts of Australia, New Zealand and the islands of the Pacific. This voyage was not only a cartographic achievement, but also a scientific one, as it led to the discovery of numerous new plant and animal species. Dumont d'Urville was a pioneer in the exploration of Antarctica and contributed significantly to the mapping of the region.

One of his most notable achievements was the discovery of the Venus clam, which he found during his travels in the Pacific. This discovery helped cement his reputation as an outstanding naturalist. Dumont d'Urville was also a prolific writer and published numerous accounts of his travels, which included not only scientific data but also vivid descriptions of the cultures and landscapes he visited.