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Arrival in Newport
- When
- June 27, 1898
- Where
- Newport, Rhode Island
Joshua Slocum arrived in Newport, Rhode Island, on June 27, 1898, completing his solo circumnavigation of the world.
After departing Boston Harbor in April 1895, Slocum sailed more than 46,000 miles. He returned to Newport on June 27, 1898, becoming the first person known to have sailed around the world alone. The vessel, the Spray, was weather-worn by the time of his return.
Sources
- Joshua Slocum Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11
- Spray (sailing vessel) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-31
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