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The First Landing on Wrangel Island
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Arctic HistoryTravel General19th Century United States History
ISBN13: 9781022976078
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 38
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.08 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Explore the unforgiving beauty of the Arctic with Irving C. Rosse's The First Landing on Wrangel Island: With Some Remarks on the Northern Inhabitants. This historical account details the initial explorations of Wrangel Island, a remote and fascinating land in the Arctic Ocean. Journey back to the 19th century and discover firsthand observations of St. Lawrence Island and the surrounding Alaskan regions.
Rosse's narrative provides valuable insights into the lives and customs of the Indigenous peoples encountered during these early expeditions. Delve into the challenges and triumphs of Arctic exploration, as this meticulously prepared republication sheds light on a pivotal moment in geographical discovery. A compelling read for anyone interested in polar history, 19th-century American exploration, and the rich cultural heritage of the Arctic's northern inhabitants.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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