Carl R. Eklund
Carl Robert Eklund (January 27, 1909 – November 3, 1962) was a leading American specialist in ornithology and geographic research in both the north and south polar regions. He was appointed as the first Scientific Station Leader of the Wilkes Station, Antarctica.
Carl R. Eklund | |
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Self portrait, Antarctica 1941 | |
| Born | January 27, 1909 Tomahawk, Wisconsin |
| Died | November 3, 1962 (aged 53) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Occupation | Ornithologist |
| Known for | Antarctic exploration, namesake of Eklund Islands |
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