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The Albert N’yanza

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The user's query mentions "The Albert N'yanza - work by Baker." The search results indicate that The Albert N'yanza is a book written by Sir Samuel White Baker, detailing his exploration and discovery of Lake Albert.12

Sir Samuel White Baker was an English explorer who, along with John Hanning Speke, helped locate the sources of the Nile River. In 1864, Baker discovered a lake in east-central Africa, which he named Lake Albert (Albert Nyanza). He published his experiences and findings in his book, The Albert N'yanza. Baker's expedition was part of a larger effort to find the Nile's sources. He also later commanded an expedition for Egypt's viceroy, working to suppress the slave trade and governing annexed territories.12

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