Looks at the heroic early exploration of the continent and the ensuing exploitation if its wildlife, the flora and fauna, and the scientific studies beng carried out in Antarctica today. The possibility of future utilization of Antarctica’s mineral wealth is discusssed.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
505085
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Explorers - Antarctica
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
History → Antarctica - History
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)