Geographical Society of Philadelphia
The Geographical Society of Philadelphia was founded by Angelo Heilprin in 1891 "to promote the discovery and appreciation of the many wonders of our world." Through grants, it has supported major explorations. It also sponsors educational programs related to geography, science, and history.It awards the Elisha Kent Kane Gold Medal, named for Elisha Kane, "for eminent geographical research." Recipients have included Robert E. Peary (1902), Robert F. Scott (1904), Roald Amundsen (1907), Ernest Shackleton (1910), Ellsworth Huntington (1916), Vilhjalmur Stefansson (1919), Richard E. Byrd (1926), Thor Heyerdahl, Alexander H. Rice Jr. and Rachel Carson. Provided by Wikipedia
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1by Greene, F. B.Contributors: “...Geographical Society of Philadelphia...”
Published 1904
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2by Heilprin, Angelo, 1853-1907Contributors: “...Ross, J. W.; Geographical Society of Philadelphia;...”
Published 1897
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3by Heilprin, Angelo , 1853-1907Contributors: “...Geographical Society of Philadelphia...”
Published 1897
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