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1556 470 years ago Notable Deaths November 10

Richard Chancellor, English explorer(born c. 1521)

On November 10, in the year 1556, Richard Chancellor, English explorer(born c. 1521). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of November 10, a notable event in this corner of history.

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Richard Chancellor was an English explorer and navigator; the first to penetrate to the White Sea and establish relations with the Tsardom of Russia.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on November 10, 1556 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 27 September 2026.

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Richard Chancellor

English explorer and navigator (c. 1521 – 1556)

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