Vitus Bering
Deceased Q127641

Vitus Bering

Danish-born Russian explorer (1681-1741)

Born: August 5, 1681 (1681) · Horsens
Died: December 8, 1741 (1741) · Bering Island
Age at death: 60 years
Cause of death: scurvy
Manner of death: natural causes
Nationality Kingdom of Denmark, Russian Empire
Occupation naval officer, explorer, seafarer, hydrographer
Gender male

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