wilkes

• Nome próprio de família (sobrenome) de personalidades históricas notáveis, incluindo um reformador religioso inglês e um explorador norte-americano.

A proper noun referring to a surname of notable historical figures, including an English reformer and a United States explorer.

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1. English political reformerC1formalbritish

   An English radical politician and journalist who criticized King George III and supported the American colonists' rights.

   Reformador político inglês

   • John Wilkes was a prominent figure in the 18th-century fight for press freedom.
   • Wilkes published articles that attacked the authority of King George III.
   • His support for the American colonists made him a controversial figure in Britain.

2. American explorer of AntarcticaC1formalamerican

   A United States naval officer and explorer who led an expedition to Antarctica in the 19th century.

   Explorador americano da Antártida

   • Charles Wilkes commanded the United States Exploring Expedition to Antarctica.
   • Wilkes discovered a large portion of the Antarctic coastline.
   • His explorations contributed significantly to the mapping of the southern continent.