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Frank Wild: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero - Extended Version
Charting the return of explorer Frank Wild's newly discovered remains back to Antarctica, where they will be laid to rest beside those of his beloved boss, Ernest Shackleton.
Yorkshireman Frank Wild was the unsung hero of the heroic age of Antarctic exploration. He was Sir Ernest Shackleton's loyal companion, following him to the very ends of the Earth. Now, 90 years after Shackleton's death, Frank Wild's newly discovered remains are heading back to Antarctica to be laid beside his beloved boss in the icy lands they both loved so much.
Last on
Tue 8 May 201222:30
BBC HD
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Paul Rose |
| Producer | Paul Greenan |
| Executive Producer | Nicola Addyman |
Broadcasts
- Sun 22 Apr 201219:00
Sat 5 May 201215:00BBC HD
Tue 8 May 201222:30BBC HD