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Syndication

Wed, 8 November 2023
149_Heard_Island_Appendices

ANARE occupation at Heard Island ran short but intense, and sometimes in tents. 
In addition to large quantities of wind and sleet the island provided a training ground for Antarctic travelers and their dogs. 
Challenging maritime approaches led to innovative approaches by maritime challengers, and everyone got home safely, this episode. 

Direct download: 149_Heard_Island_Death_Notices_and_other_appendices.mp3
Category:History -- posted at: 11:47pm EDT