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Edgeworth David

Geologist who reached the South Magnetic Pole with Shackleton.

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Also known as Professor David, David

First appearance: the worst journey in the world

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TCTom CreanCSCaptain ScottFNFridtjof NansenESErnest Shackle…EAEdward A. WilsonEDEdgeworth David

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  • Other Polar Explorers
  • Terra Nova Expedition Members
  • Protagonist

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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