1918

Memorial plaque in honour of those who died during the expedition © Canadian Museum of Nature The original historic plaque commemorating the men who died during the Expedition was lost years ago. However, memories of the members of the Expedition… Continue reading →

« Nous avions presque épuisé nos provisions, et nous étions de nous nourrir de ce que nous trouvions dans la nature (et Stefansson qui disait que ce serait bon pour mon estomac!). Nous avions de la bouffe d’homme blanc les dimanches… Continue reading →

Today was the first summer day that we have had this Spring; it was a complete beautiful day, the snow went in licks.  Some of the men shifted their quarters today on board the Polar Bear as the house was… Continue reading →

Ce matin, quatre traîneaux tirés par 28 chiens sont partis vers l’ouest, chargés de provisions pour l’expédition sur glace : Total : 3 110 lb (1 414 kg)   Graisses (bacon, lard et beurre)                     590 lb (268 kg) Chocolat                                                            130 lb (59 kg) Riz                                                                    … Continue reading →