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Douglas Mawson Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

Douglas Mawson was an Australian geologist and explorer who led the Australasian Antarctic Expedition from 1911 to 1914. His harrowing journey through the icy wilderness of Antarctica serves as the inspiration for this fact-matching game.

  • Explore the treacherous terrain of Antarctica
  • Piece together important information fragments to uncover the truth
  • Use spells for hints and extra time to aid in your discovery

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • Douglas Mawson was an Australian geologist and Antarctic explorer.
  • Mawson led the Australasian Antarctic Expedition from 1911 to 1914.
  • He is best known for his solo trek across the Antarctic ice during which he survived against all odds.
  • Mawson's expedition was the first to reach the South Magnetic Pole.
  • He also mapped a significant portion of the Antarctic coastline.
  • Mawson was born in Shipley, West Yorkshire, England in 1882.
  • He migrated to Australia with his family at a young age.
  • Mawson studied geology at the University of Sydney before pursuing a career in exploration.
  • He was knighted in 1914 for his contributions to Antarctic exploration.
  • Mawson authored several books about his expeditions, including 'The Home of the Blizzard'.
  • He founded the Australian Antarctic Division in 1948.
  • Mawson died in 1958 at the age of 76.
  • He is considered one of the greatest Antarctic explorers of all time.
  • Mawson Peak, the highest point on Heard Island, is named in his honor.
  • Mawson's expedition ship, the SY Aurora, was used for multiple Antarctic expeditions.
  • He was a founding member of the British, Australian, and New Zealand Antarctic Research Expedition (BANZARE).
  • Mawson's scientific discoveries in Antarctica significantly contributed to our understanding of the region's geology and climate.
  • He received numerous honors and awards during his lifetime for his exploration achievements.
  • Mawson's legacy continues to inspire future generations of explorers and scientists in Antarctica.

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