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Captain MacClure

Historical Arctic explorer mentioned in the narrative.

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Also known as MacClure, Lieutenant MacClure

First appearance: XIV: The Expeditions in Search of Franklin

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Discovered the Northwest Passage; served under James Ross and later commanded the Investigator.
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