Bushby's World Walk Begins

Date: November 1, 1998 • Location: Punta Arenas, Chile

Karl Bushby set off from Punta Arenas, Chile, beginning his attempt to walk around the world towards England, a journey that remains ongoing.

Karl Bushby is an English walking adventurer, author and former paratrooper.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Chile's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.