This memoir recounts the incredible life and achievements of Admiral Adam John de Krusenstern, the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe. From humble beginnings, Krusenstern rose through the ranks of the Russian navy to become a celebrated explorer and diplomat, commanding expeditions to the far corners of the earth. With fascinating insights into the politics and culture of 19th century Russia, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and adventure.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.