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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.

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