Antarctic Pioneers
Presented by explorer Frank Hurley in his final film appearance, this documentary chronicles Australia's role in the scientific exploration of Antarctica and the hardships the pioneers endured. Using archival footage, this film spans from 1911, following Sir Douglas Mawson's first expedition, to Phillip Law establishing the continent's first permanent research station in 1954.
Cast: Frank Hurley, John West
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Antarctic Pioneers
The story of Australia's first expeditions to Antarctica
Presented by explorer Frank Hurley in his final film appearance, this documentary chronicles Australia's role in the scientific exploration of Antarctica and the hardships the pioneers endured. Using archival footage, this film spans from 1911, following Sir Douglas Mawson's first expedition, to Phillip Law establishing the continent's first permanent research station in 1954.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Frank Hurley, Phillip Garth Law
- Producers
- Frank Bagnall, Lee Robinson
- Cast
- Frank Hurley, John West
- Studio
- Australian Commonwealth Film Unit
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