View of the Antarctic continent, The crew of the ship, Vincennes, on an ice island. Charles Wilkes is shown in the foreground, with his dog. Image tak

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View of the Antarctic continent, The crew of the ship, Vincennes, on an ice island. Charles Wilkes is shown in the foreground, with his dog. Image taken from Narrative of the United States Exploring Expedition 1838-1842. Originally published in 1844. Author Charles Wilke, Illustrated by C Wilkes.

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