Explorer. Born at 8 Myton Place, Hull. He made several expeditions to Antarctica, including one which convinced him of the best route to the south pole. This was later followed by Roald Amundsen, who after his triumph, sent Colbeck a letter of thanks. Colbeck Bay and Cape Colbeck, both in Antarctica were named for him. Died at his home, 51 Inchmery Road, Catford.
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Willliam Colbeck
Captain William Colbeck, 1871 - 1930, Antarctic explorer, lived in a house on...
Role on the lost expedition: Royal marine on SS Terror. See John Franklin.
Role on the lost expedition: Able seaman on SS Terror. See John Franklin.
Role on the lost expedition: Royal marine on SS Erebus. See John Franklin.
Role on the lost expedition: Officer on SS Terror. See John Franklin.
Naval officer and colonial governor. Born in Plymouth. He served under Captain James Cook and was chosen to command the Bounty on a voyage to Tahiti to collect bread-fruit plants. On the return jo...
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