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Historically, Jan Mayen has seen a mix of exploitation and discovery. Initially frequented by Vikings, who may have referred to it as Svalbarð, the island's more documented history began in the 17th century with competing interests in whaling between the Dutch and English. The island itself was reportedly discovered by Englishman John Clarke in 1614, but it was Dutch whaler Jan Jacobszoon May van Schellinkhout whose name would ultimately commemorate the island in geographic history.