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Byrd & Igloo: A Polar Adventure
What you need to know before your trail
This is the story of the daring adventures of legendary polar explorer and aviator Richard Byrd and his lovable dog explorer, Igloo. Byrd is known for being the first to fly a plane over the North and South Poles, while Igloo is famous for being the only dog to explore both the North and South Poles. The adventures of Byrd and Igloo opened the door for science and research in the Antarctic.
Travel Guide
Byrd’s world
Author’s note:
From the moment Byrd and Bennett landed their plane on the icy runway in Spitsbergen on May 9, 1926, their claim of being the first to fly over the North Pole has been debated – with no end in sight
The Italian and Norwegian newspaper reporters who were there to cover Amundsen’s slight over the North Pole were the first to question Byrd’s claim. It’s no wonder, During the time that Byrd was an explorer, there was a lot at stake. Explorers were celebrated, larger-than-life superheroes, and whoever was the first to get there was assured fame and fortune
As soon as Byrd returned from the Arctic, he send his navigational records to the U navy and the National Geographic Society for verification. After carefully examining the report, they agreed that Byrd had reached the North Pole. To this day, they have never wavered in their decision.
Byrd’s diary can be found at the research centre of Ohio State University and can be requested for further study.
Booktrail Boarding Pass: Byrd & Igloo: A Polar Adventure
Destination: Antarctica, The Arctic Author/Guide: Samantha Seiple Departure Time: 1920s
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