Photograph
Airplane "William Horlick" in Antarctica
Curtiss-Wright Condor biplane named "William Horlick" outfitted with skis for use during Adm. Richard E. Byrd's second Antarctic expedition, 1933-35. The supply ship "Jacob Ruppert" is in the background. This is a copy made by Edward T. Billings; the original photographer is unknown. |
Image ID: | 23704 |
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Creation Date: | 1938 |
Creator Name: | Billings, Edward T. |
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Collection Name: | Horlick's Corporation records, 1873-1974 |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PH 4550 |
Original Dimensions: | 8 x 10 inches |
The William Horlick first flew in Antarctica on Dec. 21, 1933, but most of its exploratory flights took place in November and December of 1934. The plane was named for Racine's William Horlick, who donated $30,000 to the expedition. |
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