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The Long Hull: Karl Bushby reflects on perseverance & 'best of humanity' on his 28-year journey home

The Long Hull: Karl Bushby reflects on perseverance & 'best of humanity' on his 28-year journey home

Summary

British explorer Karl Bushby has returned to his hometown of Hull after a 28-year journey spanning about 50,000 kilometres across four continents. He told France 24 that political and bureaucratic barriers were often harder to overcome than physical challenges, and that help from strangers, communities and governments supported his trip.

Key Facts

  • Bushby spent 28 years travelling before returning to Hull.
  • His journey covered about 50,000 kilometres and four continents.
  • His route included crossings of the Bering Strait, the Caspian Sea and the English Channel.
  • Bushby said bureaucracy and political boundaries created major obstacles.
  • He credited strangers, communities and governments with helping him along the way.
  • Bushby said Britain felt almost like a new country after his long absence.
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