What expedition is Markham notably responsible for organizing?
Titanic Discovery
British National Antarctic
Great Northern Trek
Amazon River Cruise
Answer
The British National Antarctic Expedition, led by Clements Markham in 1898, was a groundbreaking scientific expedition to the Antarctic. The expedition, which included famous explorer Ernest Shackleton, had several notable accomplishments, including exploring the Ross Sea region, conducting scientific observations, and making significant contributions to the field of cartography.
Charting the Legacy of Clements Markham: A Voyage through the Life of a Pioneering Geographer
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