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June 27, 1938
The Nome Nugget
Nome, Nome County, Alaska
What is this article about?
Harvard Expedition, led by Bradford Washburn, explores unmapped Chugach Mountains and achieves first ascent of Mount Saint Agness on June 19. Four members return safely to Valdez on June 26 via pilot Bob Reeves.
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Exploration Party Returned to Valdez By Bob Reeves
VALDEZ. June 26. - Four men of the Harvard Expedition which during the past month has been exploring the unmapped heart of the great Chugach Mountain Range, were returned safely by pilot Bob Reeves, in two trips from the six thousand foot base camp.
Bradford Washburn, leader of the party reported the greatest achievement of the trip had been the successful ascent on June 19th of Mount Saint Agness, the highest peak in the range, a feat never before accomplished.
VALDEZ. June 26. - Four men of the Harvard Expedition which during the past month has been exploring the unmapped heart of the great Chugach Mountain Range, were returned safely by pilot Bob Reeves, in two trips from the six thousand foot base camp.
Bradford Washburn, leader of the party reported the greatest achievement of the trip had been the successful ascent on June 19th of Mount Saint Agness, the highest peak in the range, a feat never before accomplished.
What sub-type of article is it?
Adventure
Historical Event
Journey
What themes does it cover?
Exploration
Triumph
Bravery Heroism
What keywords are associated?
Harvard Expedition
Chugach Mountains
Mount Saint Agness
First Ascent
Exploration Party
Pilot Rescue
What entities or persons were involved?
Bradford Washburn
Bob Reeves
Where did it happen?
Chugach Mountain Range, Valdez
Story Details
Key Persons
Bradford Washburn
Bob Reeves
Location
Chugach Mountain Range, Valdez
Event Date
June 19th To June 26
Story Details
Harvard Expedition explores unmapped Chugach Mountains, achieves first ascent of Mount Saint Agness on June 19th, and four members return safely to Valdez by pilot Bob Reeves.