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Atlas Obscura

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Apr 20, 2022
Dylan Thuris, the host of the Atlas Obscura podcast, is joined by 91-year-old adventurer John Stewart, who retraced the steps of the Franklin Expedition in the Arctic. They dive into the mysterious fate of Sir John Franklin's ill-fated journey in 1845 and reflect on the enduring allure of exploration. Stewart shares his personal tales of adventure and contrasts past hardships with the comfort of modern cruises. They also spotlight the Unclaimed Baggage Center in Alabama, revealing the oddities found in lost luggage.
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Beechey Island Graves

  • Beechey Island, in the Canadian Arctic, holds four graves.
  • These mark the resting place of three members of the Franklin Expedition and one rescuer.
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Franklin Expedition

  • Sir John Franklin's expedition aimed to chart the Northwest Passage in 1845.
  • His ships, the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, were well-equipped with provisions for a multi-year journey.
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Modern Arctic Journey

  • John Stewart, a 91-year-old, joined a cruise retracing Franklin's route.
  • Dylan Thuras, the narrator, became his bunkmate.
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