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replica of Henry Hudson's sailing ship Half Moon
replica of Henry Hudson's sailing ship Half Moon Full-scale replica of Henry Hudson's sailing ship Half Moon in New York Harbor, 1909.

The Half Moon was a ship captained by Henry Hudson in 1609, sailing for the Dutch East India Company. Hudson was an English navigator and explorer who sought a westward passage from Europe to Asia through the Arctic Ocean.1

The Half Moon's voyage in 1609 was initially intended to find a Northeast Passage to Asia. However, due to storms and head winds, Hudson diverted his course to search for a Northwest Passage across North America. He explored a major river in present-day New York, which was later named the Hudson River in his honor. This exploration led to Dutch claims in the region, including what is now New York City.12

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