Expedition Leader Returns to London After Harsh Interior Journey
The returning explorer spoke at the Royal Geographical Society detailing a perilous six month expedition into the inland country. He described raft dashes through 120 mile rapids, loss of provisions, and the drowning of native carriers. He cited dangers from leeches bees and scrub tsetse, and noted ceremonial attire among natives including large feathered hats.
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