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Mother Nature's Curio Shop and the Andree Polar Mystery
In 1887 Solomon Angus and Andree's Norwegian sealing expedition landed on Dane's Island near Spitzbergen and Bergen while a balloon carried them toward unknown polar goals. Following their disappearance for over 30 years, bones and instruments were found, puzzling researchers about the fate of Andree and his crew.
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Solomon Angus
Andree
Dane's Island
Spitz-White Island
Arctic
Bergen