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A. Paul Canning
B. William Hawkins
C. Thomas Roe
D. James Lancaster

Submitted by: Muhammad Zahid Javaid

William Hawkins (fl. c. 1600) was a representative of the English East India Company notable for being the commander of Hector, the first company ship to anchor at Surat in India on 24 August 1608.

Correct Answer: William Hawkins

Last Updated: July 12, 2021