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1840–1843 Dossier in progress

The Schomburgk Expedition

Robert Schomburgk mistakenly identifies the Kutari River as the main source of the Courantyne. This 'Schomburgk Line' later becomes the basis for British and Guyanese claims, without bilateral ratification.

Historical Significance

The Schomburgk Line was never bilaterally ratified. No signature from the Dutch or Surinamese side — legally a dead document under international law.

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