Mawson's Antarctic Expedition 1911
Pages 12 & 13, The Sydney Morning Herald Wednesday November 2, 2011
On December 2, 2011 Australians will celebrate the centenary departure of the 1911-1914 Australasian Antarctic Division (AAE) from Hobart.
Led by Sir Douglas Mawson the AAE was the first truely scientific expedition to the Antarctic. The 31 land based members of the AAE departed Hobart at 4pm on December 2, 1911 farewelled by thousands of well wishers and a large number of ships.
On Wednesday, November 2 there was a double page special feature published in The Sydney Morning Herald, highlighting the importance of Mawson's expedition as a historic event in history. Below you can download and print this special feature as well classroom resources to educate your students on the importance of Mawson's Antarctic Expedition.
Mawson's Huts in the Antarctic after completion, was designed by Alfred James
Hodgeman. Photo courtsey of Mitchell Library.
Mawson's Antarctic Expedition Centenary 1911 - 2011
Special Feature: The Sydney Morning Herald, November 2, 2011
Click here to download this 2-page special feature
