Rear Admiral Byrd and the Polar Expeditions: With an Account of His Life and Achievements

""Rear Admiral Byrd And The Polar Expeditions"" is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, a renowned American explorer and naval officer who made significant contributions to the exploration of the polar regions. The book covers Byrd's expeditions to both the North and South Poles, including his historic flight over the South Pole in 1929. It also delves into his personal life, including his upbringing, education, and military career. Written by author and historian Coram Foster, this book provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most celebrated explorers.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.