07-30-2020, 10:35 AM
(07-30-2020, 06:54 AM)Schmoe1 Wrote: As far as credibility goes, I can't see many people topping Admiral Byrd, why on earth would he lie about something like that, and destroy all the amazing things he did in his life? Medal of Honor, just to name one.
I think there's something to the whole Antarctica thing, remember when a few celebrities and politicians went there, and there was a weird message from Buzz Aldrin after visiting.
There are also false rumors about Antarctica, one being that it's illegal to go there. Anybody can go. Just be in peak health and willing to brave freezing temperatures.
Correct. Amazing story regarding Byrd. But to me, there's a little bit of skepticism. Could the story have been made up to justify a fleet sailing to Antarctica and the couple of mishaps. Great man, no doubt but nothing since.
My thoughts and kind regards,
Bally