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The journey dates of Sir Edmund Hillary in Antarctica?
Sir Edmund Hillary reached the South Pole, as part of the British Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, on 4 January 1958.
Why did Sir Edmund Hillary decide to go to Antarcica?
Sir Edmund Hillary went to Antarctica as part of the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition in 1957-1958 to support the scientific exploration of the continent. He served as the leader of the New Zealand section of the expedition and played a key role in establishing research stations and exploring the region.
What did Sir Edmond Hillary do in Antarctica?
Sir Edmund Hillary led the New Zealand party of the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition in 1957-1958. This expedition was the first to reach the South Pole overland since Amundsen in 1911. Hillary was responsible for the team's logistical and equipment preparations, as well as leading the group to the South Pole.
When did Edmund Hillary go to the South Pole by tractor?
He reached the South Pole on January 3rd 1958 as part of the Trans-Antarctic Expedition. He was a bit cheeky in doing that as he was only supposed to lay supply dumps for the team that was doing the actual crossing of Antarctica.
Did sir Edmund cross Antarctica on a tractor?
Edmund Hillary reached the South Pole as part of the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, for which he led the New Zealand section, on 4 January 1958. His party was the first to reach the Pole overland since Amundsen in 1911 and Scott in 1912, and the first ever to do so using motor vehicles (tractors).
When did Edmund Möeller die?
Edmund Möeller died in 1958.
When did Edmund H. Wuerpel die?
Edmund H. Wuerpel died in 1958.
When did Edmund Hillary reach the South Pole?
He reached the South Pole as part of the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, for which he led the New Zealand section, on 4 January 1958. His party was the first to reach the Pole overland since Amundsen in 1911 and Scott in 1912, and the first ever to do so using motor vehicles.
What did Sir Edmund Hillary do in Antarctica?
Sir Edmund Hillary led the expeditionary team in 1957 to establish the New Zealand Scott Base facility. This team laid the supply lines to support the Scott Base facility's installations of original buildings. Interestingly, it is perhaps by way of this connection, that Mt Everest is called 'the third pole'.
Who crossed Antarctica 1955 1958 and climbed Everest?
You may be thinking of Sir Edmund Hillary, who never crossed Antarctica, but who did serve as the first leader of New Zealand's Scott Base when it opened in 1957. His ascent of Mt Everest with Tensing Norgay occurred in 1953, the first for any humans.
What actors and actresses appeared in Expedition ins Unbekannte - 1958?
The cast of Expedition ins Unbekannte - 1958 includes: Hans Hass as Narrator
Who went with Edumnd Hallary to Antarctica?
Edmund Hillary reached the South Pole as part of the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, for which he led the New Zealand section, on 4 January 1958. His party was the first to reach the Pole overland since Amundsen in 1911 and Scott in 1912, and the first ever to do so using motor vehicles. It was headed by British explorer Dr Vivian Fuchs, with New Zealander Sir Edmund Hillary leading the New Zealand Ross Sea Support team.
