Captain John Ross was a British naval officer and explorer known for his Arctic expeditions in the 19th century. He is best remembered for his search for the Northwest Passage, a sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Ross led several voyages, including one in 1818, where he explored parts of Baffin Bay and the Cumberland Sound. In 1829, Ross embarked on a significant expedition aboard the ship Victory, aiming to reach the North Pole. Although he did not achieve this goal, his explorations contributed to the understanding of Arctic geography and the challenges of polar navigation. Ross's work laid the groundwork for future Arctic exploration.