Publications, including maps of Franz Josef Land, 1930, 1942, 1952, n.d.
Scope and Content Note
The collection contains papers relating to Harrie H. Newcomb's participation in the Ziegler Polar Expedition, 1903-1905. Included is a manuscript autobiography by Newcomb and expedition correspondence, documents and reports. The bulk of the expedition paperwork is by Newcomb and Anthony Fiala, Commanding Officer, regarding the ponies, medicine and supplies, although there are reports from other medical officers. Memorabilia includes issues of the camp newsletter, and dinner menus. Some of the menus have original artwork by artist Russell W. Porter and are signed by members of the crew. There are also off-prints of publications relating to arctic exploration.
Dates
- Creation: 1897-1958, undated
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1903 - 1905
Creator
- From the Collection: Newcomb, Harrie H (Person)
Access Restrictions
No restrictions.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine 04011 Repository