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U. of Delaware Podcast: Early Arctic Explorers Triggered Americans' Interest in Polar Discovery

10/3/2008 When explorer Elisha Kent Kane died in 1857, his was the largest funeral, at that time, in American history. Author Michael Robinson discussed the imprint of early Arctic explorers on the American psyche as part of the university's IPY events series. More


Scientific Essay on NOAA's Arctic Theme Page: “Why is the Arctic So Sensitive to Climate Change and Why Do We Care?”

9/9/2008 Mark Serreze writes: “That the Arctic should be especially sensitive to climate change was recognized in the 19th century. The primary reason ...is that an initial warming ... sets in motion a chain of events that amplify the warming..." More


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