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Fridtjof Nansen

Legendary Norwegian polar explorer and mentor.

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Also known as Nansen, the Norwegian Nansen, the Norwegian

First appearance: the worst journey in the world

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EAEdward A. WilsonGTGriffith TaylorTCTom CreanBBBirdie BowersRARoald AmundsenFNFridtjof Nansen

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  • Other Polar Explorers
  • Terra Nova Expedition Members
  • Expedition Scientists

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