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Antarctic Pioneers

THE STORY OF AUSTRALIA'S FIRST EXPEDITIONS TO ANTARCTICA
0/10 1963 4K 28 min
Documentary • Adventure

Presented by explorer Frank Hurley in his final film appearance, this documentary chronicles Australia's role in the scientific exploration of Antarctica and the hardships the pioneers endured. Using archival footage, this film spans from 1911, following Sir Douglas Mawson's first expedition, to Phillip Law establishing the continent's first permanent research station in 1954.

Antarctic Pioneers
Top Cast
Frank Hurley
Frank Hurley
Self - Narrator/Interviewee
John West
John West
Self - Narrator/Presenter