Lorenz Peter Elfred Freuchen was a Danish explorer, author, journalist and anthropologist. He is notable for his role in Arctic exploration, namely the Thule Expeditions.
Peter Freuchen with guests at Enehøje on Nakskov Fjord
Peter Freuchen with his wife Dagmar Cohn
Commemorative plaque on Freuchen's birthplace in Nykøbing Falster
Arctic exploration is the physical exploration of the Arctic region of the Earth. It refers to the historical period during which mankind has explored the region north of the Arctic Circle. Historical records suggest that humankind have explored the northern extremes since 325 BC, when the ancient Greek sailor Pytheas reached a frozen sea while attempting to find a source of the metal tin. Dangerous oceans and poor weather conditions often fetter explorers attempting to reach polar regions, and journeying through these perils by sight, boat, and foot has proven difficult.
Patent from King Henry VII, authorizing John Cabot and his sons to explore new lands in the west
The Northwest Passage
Roald Amundsen led the first expedition to reach the South Pole, was the first person to reach both poles, and was the first person to traverse the Northwest Passage.
Robert Peary and sledge party with flags at North Pole. Peary has been claimed to be the first person to reach the North Pole.
