Adam Johann von Krusenstern
Baltic German admiral and explorer in Russian service, who led the first Russian circumnavigation of the globe (1770–1846)
1770 — 1846
Quick Facts
Profession
Baltic German admiral and explorer in Russian service, who led the first Russian circumnavigation of the globe (1770–1846)
Born
November 19, 1770
Died
1846 (age ~76)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
military personnel, land owner, explorer
Russian EmpireBorn in Hagudi manorDied in Kiltsi manor
1770
Born in Hagudi manor (1770-11-19)
1785
EducationStudied at Naval Cadet Corps (1785–1787)
1837
AwardDemidov Prize
1837
AwardForeign Member of the Royal Society
1846
Died in Kiltsi manor
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Adam Johann von Krusenstern was a Russian admiral and explorer of Swedish and Baltic German descent, who led the first Russian circumnavigation of the Earth in 1803–1806.
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Who is Adam Johann von Krusenstern?+
Adam Johann von Krusenstern was a Russian admiral and explorer of Swedish and Baltic German descent, who led the first Russian circumnavigation of the Earth in 1803–1806.
What does the name Adam mean?+
The name Adam means "male given name (Адам). Etymology: From Adam, from Adam, from Adam, Adamus, from Ἀδάμ, Ἄδαμος, from - sc=Hebr, from sc=Hebr.". It is of English origin.
When was Adam Johann von Krusenstern born?+
Adam Johann von Krusenstern was born on November 19, 1770.
When did Adam Johann von Krusenstern die?+
Adam Johann von Krusenstern died in 1846, at approximately 76 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Адам). Etymology: From Adam, from Adam, from Adam, Adamus, from Ἀδάμ, Ἄδαμος, from - sc=Hebr, from sc=Hebr.
The name Adam is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Адам). Etymology: From Adam, from Adam, from Adam, Adamus, from Ἀδάμ, Ἄδαμος, from - sc=Hebr, from sc=Hebr.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Adam — November 19, 1770
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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