Vilhjalmur Stefansson | |
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 Stefansson, c. 1915 | |
| Born | November 3, 1879 Arnes, Manitoba, Canada |
| Died | August 26, 1962 (aged 82) Hanover, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Harvard University University of Iowa University of North Dakota |
| Occupation(s) | Harvard University Professor Arctic explorer |
| Organization | President of the History of Science Society from 1945–46 |
| Known for | Exploring the Arctic |
Vilhjalmur Stefansson (November 3, 1879 – August 26, 1962) was an Arctic explorer and ethnologist. He was born in Manitoba, Canada.