About David Hume
Lived 1796 – 1864 (aged 67–68). David Hume was a South African explorer.
David Hume (1796, Berwick, Scotland – 1 February 1864, Grahamstown) was an explorer and big-game hunter who lived much of his life in Cape Colony.
David Hume was born in Berwick, Scotland and went to Cape Colony with Benjamin Moodie's Scottish settlers in 1817. He became a pioneer trader, explorer and renowned big-game hunter. Starting in 1829 when he accompanied Robert Moffat, he arranged trips into Mzilikazi's territory and was one of the first Europeans to meet this chief of the Matabele.
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Who was David Hume?
Scottish explorer
When was David Hume born?
David Hume was born in 1796.
When did David Hume die?
David Hume died on 1 February 1864.
What was David Hume's occupation?
David Hume was an explorer.
What nationality was David Hume?
David Hume was South African.
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· DBpedia: David Hume (explorer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Hume. https://biography.guide/david-hume-explorer/
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