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A BLACK EXPLORER AT THE NORTH POLE; MATTHEW A. HENSON

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Henson, Matthew A.
Perry, Foreword, Robert E.
Washington, Introduction, Booker T.
1989

Very Useful
Book
Black American
Referenced by: Alaska Yukon Library

Grade Level(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Theme(s): Exploring Horizons, Outdoor Survival

"When Robert E. Perry claimed discovery of the North Pole on April 6, 1909, the only other American to stand by him was a black man, Matthew A. Henson. Henson accompanied Perry on eight Arctic journeys..... His skilll in interpreting Greenland Eskimo language, in building boats and repairing sledges and driving dog teams was essential to the ultimate success of the Admiral. Yet Henson was for the most part ignored, even by Peary, after the historic expedition."Matthew Henson wrote his story for yound readers.


ISBN 0-8032-7245-6

Information about the resource can be found at:
Alaska Yukon Library
Anchorage, AK
Telephone: (907) 474-5897
email: Alaska Yukon Library

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