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Which explorer had many Northwest landmarks named after him and members of his expedition?

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Vancouver

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In April 1792, George Vancouver entered the Strait of Juan de Fuca and commenced his exploration of Puget Sound. He named every island, mountain, waterway, and point of land in sight, including previously recorded Spanish landmarks.

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