Cold Case Adventures and how to Survive Them
Cold Case Adventures and how to Survive Them
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Peter Stickland - Communications, Mawson Antarctica, 1980
In the summer of 1980 Peter Stickland, RAF trained radio operator, journeyed to Mawson, Antarctica to maintain vital communications for the base. His adventures throughout the year are related to Phil, including his transfer to Davis Base the f...
Emlyn Thomas - Memories of Sir Douglas Mawsom
Sir Douglas Mawson - scientist, Antarctic explorer, author and grandfather.Emlyn Thomas, the grandson, tells of Mawson the man as seen through a child's eyes.
Dave Willis, Antarctic Builder
In 1985 a young builder named Dave Willis arrived at Davis Antarctic Base to take part in an extensive building program.Here he describes the tribulations and the great privilege of travelling to the coldest continent and living and work...
Jim Brooks - Antarctic Adventurer
Jim Brooks is one of the very early Australian Antarctic expeditioners.He was the geophysicist at Heard Island in 1973 and was present at the founding of Mawson Base in 1954, helping in the planning and establishment of the new base.Jim...
Gil Neil & Phil discuss Mawson Antarctica 1976-77
Living in Antarctica 49 years ago was a special experience.This account describes that experience from three different perspectives.In August 2025 Phil met with Gil Barton and Neil MacDonald to revive memories of the year they spent at ...
