What were the years of Markham’s RGS presidency?
1879-1891
1903-1915
1893-1905
1882-1894
Answer
Sir Clements Robert Markham served as the president of the Royal Geographical Society (RGS) for a consecutive 12-year term from 1893 to 1905. During his presidency, he played a pivotal role in advancing geographical research and exploration, particularly in the polar regions. His tenure was marked by significant expeditions, including the National Antarctic Expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott.
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