Robert Peary
Explorer of the Arctic regions
Born
May 6th, 1856
169 years ago
Died
February 20th, 1920
105 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
United States
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An American admiral and explorer, played a significant role in Arctic exploration, leading multiple expeditions to the North Pole. In 1909, claimed to have reached the North Pole, although the validity of the claim has been debated. Conducted expeditions that contributed to the mapping and scientific understanding of the Arctic region. Also explored Greenland, gathering valuable data on its geography and culture.
Claimed to have reached the North Pole in 1909
Led the first successful expedition to the North Pole
Explored Greenland extensively
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