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The History of Antarctica

Presents a survey of Antarctic exploration. Discusses the contributions of early seafaring explorers, the golden age of exploration, 1900-1920, and the Bryd expedition of 1928-30. Describes the discovery of the South Pole. Uses filmed sequences of the first expedition to show construction activities, living conditions, and the problems and accomplishments. Illustrates with charts, maps, and models.

More in LAST CONTINENT: ANTARCTICA

  1. LOGISTICS OF THE IGY IN ANTARCTICA
  2. Meteorology 1959
  3. The History of Antarctica 1959

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  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, creator, format, genre, description, catalog record
  2. Educational film guide. Supplements (1959-62) — title, catalog record

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