Sir Wally Herbert | |
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| Born | 24 October 1934 |
| Died | 12 June 2007 (aged 72) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Explorer, writer, artist |
| Known for | Polar exploration |
| Notable work | The Noose of Laurels |
Sir Walter William Herbert (24 October 1934 – 12 June 2007) was a British polar explorer, writer and artist. In 1969 he became the first man fully recognized for walking to the North Pole, on the 60th anniversary of Robert Peary's disputed expedition.[1] He was described by Sir Ranulph Fiennes as "the greatest polar explorer of our time".
During the course of his polar career, which spanned more than 50 years, he spent 15 years in the wilderness regions of the polar world. He travelled with dog teams and open boats well over 23,000 miles; more than half of that distance through unexplored areas.[2]
Among his several books, which he illustrated, were works dealing with polar exploration. He also had solo exhibitions of his drawings and paintings. In 2000 he was knighted for his polar achievements.
- ^ "Channel 4 News". Retrieved 30 December 2016.
- ^ "Greatest polar explorer' Sir Wally Herbert dies". The Times. London. 13 June 2007.