What was the aim of David Livingstone's second journey?
What was the aim of David Livingstone's second journey? After David Livingstone's first exploration had explored possible routes from the east and west coasts, Livingstone planned a trip navigating the Zambezi from the coast upstream to the Falls, and thus open the full length of the Middle Zambezi, and the Falls region, to development.
Who discovered Victoria Falls?
David Livingstone 'discovered' the Falls in 1855, the local Batonga people had named them Mosi-oa-Tunya, 'the smoke that thunders'. Livingstone named them for his queen.
What is the old name for Livingstone?
Originally known as the Old Drift, Livingstone owes its existence primarily to the Victoria Falls and was established as a staging point across the Zambezi River. The town is named after Dr. David Livingstone, the first European to see, name and publicise the Falls.