Antarctic Pioneers

Name: Antarctic Pioneers
Released: 1963-01-01

1963

The story of Australia's first expeditions to Antarctica

Trailer

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.

Release Date

1963-01-01

Status

Released

Original Title

Antarctic Pioneers

Runtime

28 min

Original Language

EN

Production Companies

Australian Commonwealth Film Unit

Overview

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.

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