September 25

Steven Borough was born in 1525 in Cumberland, England, and became an accomplished mariner. In 1556, he captained an expedition to the White Sea in search of a northern route to China. He established early contacts with Russian merchants and mapped parts of the Arctic coastline. Borough's navigational reports provided valuable information for future voyages to the Northeast Passage. He served as chief pilot for the Muscovy Company, overseeing several Arctic expeditions. His work helped pave the way for England's later polar explorations and trade with Russia. Borough died in 1584, leaving a legacy as a trailblazer in northern navigation.

Born in Cumberland, Christian joined the Royal Navy and served aboard HMS Bounty under Captain William Bligh. Dissatisfied with Bligh’s command, he led the mutiny on April 28, 1789, seizing the ship and setting Bligh and loyalists adrift. Christian and his fellow mutineers eventually settled on Pitcairn Island, where they established a new community. His fate remains uncertain, but he is believed to have died on the island in 1793. The story of the mutiny has inspired numerous books, films, and studies of leadership and naval discipline. Christian’s name is remembered for one of history’s most notorious acts of insubordination at sea.

Tim Severin was born on September 25, 1940. He gained international acclaim by retracing historic maritime journeys using authentic materials and methods. His expeditions included voyages such as the 1976 recreation of St. Brendan's voyage across the Atlantic and the construction of a Greek trireme in 1988. Severin documented each project in bestselling books, blending rigorous scholarship with vivid storytelling. A trained historian, he combined academic research with hands-on exploration. His work provided fresh insights into the capabilities of ancient seafarers. Severin received multiple awards for exploration and literature, leaving a legacy that inspires adventurers and historians alike.

Born in 1946, Janusz Majer is one of Poland's most experienced mountaineers. Over his career, he has led and participated in numerous high-altitude expeditions, including climbs above 8000 meters. As the leader of Polish Himalayan teams, he helped raise the profile of Polish alpinism on the world stage. Majer is also known for his work in mountaineering training and safety instruction. He has published articles and delivered lectures sharing his expertise with new generations of climbers. His dedication to the sport has earned him respect among the international climbing community.

Klink made history as the first person to sail solo across the South Atlantic from east to west without stops. He also completed a solo circumnavigation of Antarctica in a small sailboat, enduring extreme conditions. Author of several bestselling travel books, his adventures inspired readers around the world. He established a maritime school and supports environmental and youth education projects in Brazil. Klink’s feats have cemented his reputation as one of the preeminent explorers of his generation.