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Blog: Antarctica History
10 Important Historical Sites in Antarctica

10 Important Historical Sites in Antarctica

On each of our voyages, we make a point of celebrating Antarctic history. Depending on the itinerary, guests may be lucky enough to experience any number of historical sites. These places can combine incredible beauty, interesting artifacts, and captivating stories...

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The Incredible Journey of Sir Ernest Shackleton

The Incredible Journey of Sir Ernest Shackleton

Sir Ernest Shackleton. They call him the ‘Boss’ and he is one of the most famed polar explorers in history. Shackleton is a man whose name is synonymous with Antarctica and his tale is often referred to as ‘the most remarkable survival story ever told’. Shackleton was...

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Frank Wild: A Polar Hero

Frank Wild: A Polar Hero

Frank Wild was an English sailor and explorer. Born John Robert Francis Wild on April 19th, 1873, in Yorkshire, he was the second of 13 children. Best known as Shackleton’s second in command during the ill-fated Trans-Antarctic Expedition aboard the Endurance, he is a...

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A Brief History of Polar Clothing

A Brief History of Polar Clothing

Thick woolen sweaters and hats, leather boots, and a Burberry jacket – this might seem like a fashion statement for today’s times, but in actuality this clothing was used for function – not fashion – for some of the earliest polar explorers. Imagine you are traveling...

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Ghost Stories of Antarctica

Ghost Stories of Antarctica

Ghosts in Antarctica? You bet! Antarctica has a compelling history filled with tales of bravery, tragedy and remarkable feats. When you think of that, then pair it with its vast white emptiness and wind-swept ice, it’s not hard to transport your imagination into a...

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