Byrd, Rear-Adm. Richard E., (25 Oct. 1888–11 March 1957), USN (retd); apptd Officer in charge, US Antarctic Programs, 1955 and in charge US Antarctic Expedition, 1955–, in support of International Geophysical Year; trustee National Geographic Society; Hon. chairman International Rescue Committee; member various organizations to do with national and international unity
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Language: | English |
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Oxford University Press
2007
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/ww/9780199540884.013.u235368 |
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