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Antarctica's Significant Events in History
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First ever time Antarctic Circle was sailed
Captain James Cook and his worthy crew made the accomplishment of being the first people to sail across the Arctic Circle. -
John Davis Claim
In 1821 John Davis, an English explorer claimed with much argument that he was the first person to set foot in Antarctica. -
The name of The Weddle Sea
John Weddel went the furthest south into the Antarctic. This is the reason why the Weddel Sea bears his name. -
Robert Falcom Scotts Birth
Robert Falcom Scott was born 6th June 1868, to John Edward Scott and Hannah Scott. Robert has discovered many of Antarctica's secrets. -
Ernest Shackelton was Born
Ernest Shackleton was born in Ireland. He mad three trecks to Antarctica most of them sucessful. -
Sir Douglas Mawson was Born
Sir Douglas Mawson was an Antarctic explorer involved in many Antarctic treks. He was born in Shipley, Yorkshire, England. He is second son to Robert Ellis Mawson and Margret Ann (Née Moore).