Dutch explorer who, on 5 April 1722, discovered Easter Island. Roggeveen had actually embarked to find Terra Australis. Easter Island was so named because it was discovered on Easter Day.
Jacob Roggeveen was born on 1 February, 1659
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2 new Pluto moons discovered
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Nibbles mouse’s first cartoon appearance
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Earth passes through Halley’s Comet tail
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International Museum Day [International Museum Day - 18 May]
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Jens Bergensten Birthday
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