Birthdate: October 31, 1888
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Mount Bryan, Australia
Died: November 30, 1958
Hubert Wilkins, an accomplished Australian explorer, ornithologist, pilot, soldier, geographer, and photographer, was recognized for his leadership during the Battle of the Hindenburg Line with the award of the Military Cross. As the sole Australian photographer from any war to receive a combat medal, his contributions were significant. Wilkins led a groundbreaking submarine expedition under the North Pole, showcasing the potential for submarines to operate beneath the polar ice cap. This expedition laid the groundwork for future successful missions in polar exploration. In 1959, the US Navy paid tribute to Wilkins by transporting his ashes to the North Pole on the USS Skate.
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