Who Was Juan de Fuca: Unveiling the Mystery of the Strait
Who was Juan de Fuca, the Greek navigator whose name graces a famous strait? Explore the mystery surrounding his claimed 16th-century discovery and its impact on Pacific Northwest history.
Who Was Juan de Fuca? Exploring the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Its Culinary Connections
Who was Juan de Fuca? This Greek navigator, Ioannis Phokas, claimed a 1592 voyage to the Pacific Northwest, impacting its culinary scene. Though debated, his namesake strait’s rich waters provide the seafood central to the region’s cuisine.