Albert Hastings Markham Fact-Matching Game
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About This Challenge
Embark on an exciting adventure with the fact-matching game, connecting you to the remarkable explorer Albert Hastings Markham.
- Explore historical locations and uncover hidden clues
- Solve puzzles and piece together important information fragments
- Use spells for hints and extra time to unravel the mysteries
Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!
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- Albert Hastings Markham was born on November 11, 1841 in Bagnères-de-Bigorre, France.
- Markham joined the Royal Navy in 1856 at the age of 15.
- He served in the Crimean War and was present at the siege of Sevastopol.
- Markham was a key figure in the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876 led by George Nares.
- He reached a then-record northern latitude of 83°20'26'' during the expedition.
- Markham was appointed Commander of HMS Alert during the British Arctic Expedition.
- He later became a Rear-Admiral in the Royal Navy.
- Markham was a prolific author, writing several books on his polar exploration experiences.
- He was a strong advocate for the establishment of the National Antarctic Expedition.
- Markham was instrumental in the planning and organization of the Dundee Antarctic Expedition of 1892-1893.
- He was a member of the Royal Geographical Society and served as its president from 1893 to 1905.
- Markham received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to polar exploration.
- He was knighted in 1911 for his services to the Royal Navy and exploration.
- Markham was a cousin of the famous author Charles Kingsley.
- He was also a talented artist and sketched many scenes from his expeditions.
- Markham's legacy in polar exploration lives on through his writings and contributions to the field.
- He passed away on October 28, 1918 in London, England.
- Markham's achievements in polar exploration have inspired future generations of explorers.
- He is remembered as one of the great polar explorers of the Victorian era.
- Markham's contributions to the field of geography and exploration have left a lasting impact on our understanding of the polar regions.