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Bradford Washburn
(1910–2007)
Explorer
United States
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Bradford Washburn was an explorer from the United States, best known for A tourist guide to Mount McKinley.
Quick Facts About Bradford Washburn
- Born
- June 7, 1910
- Died
- January 10, 2007
- Nationality
- United States
- Profession
- Explorer
- Notable works
- A tourist guide to Mount McKinley
- Spouse
- Barbara Washburn
About Bradford Washburn
Henry Bradford Washburn Jr. was an American explorer, mountaineer, photographer, and cartographer. He established the Boston Museum of Science, served as its director from 1939 to 1980, and from 1985 until his death served as its Honorary Director. Bradford married Barbara Polk in 1940 and honeymooned in Alaska, making the first ascent of Mount Bertha together.
Biography source: Wikipedia
Awards & Honors
Alaska Sports Hall of Fame
Cherry Kearton Medal and Award
Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
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