Byrd in Antarctica
The U.S. Navy began exploring the polar regions in the early 19th century
and maintained a prominent role in expeditions throughout the 20th century.
As early as 1839, Lieutenant Charles Wilkes led the first U.S. Naval expedition
into Antarctic waters.
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Richard E. Byrd's began exploring polar regions in 1924 and spent 29 years
exploring Antarctica. He continued journeying to the Antarctic until his death
in 1957.
Byrd began his career in the U.S. Navy at the Naval Academy.
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Byrd spent 6 months in a 9' x 13' hut, but as many as 10 men stayed here
together at one time!
Take a peek inside Byrd's hut...
Find more information on Byrd and other U.S. Navy explorers through these
links:
"Alone
on the Ice," American Experience presentation, PBS
Papers
of Admiral Richard E. Byrd, at the Byrd Polar Research Center, Ohio State
University
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