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Tom Crean: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero

200254mJohn Murray,Donnacha O'Briain

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The Irishman Tomás Ó Cuirín (1877-1938), known as Tom Crean, was one of the greatest heroes in the history of Antarctic exploration: he participated in three of the greatest expeditions, shared adventures with Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Henry Shackleton, the great rivals of the time, and survived them both. However, today he is a practically forgotten figure.

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What is Tom Crean: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero (2002) about?

The Irishman Tomás Ó Cuirín (1877-1938), known as Tom Crean, was one of the greatest heroes in the history of Antarctic exploration: he participated in three of the greatest expeditions, shared adventures with Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Henry Shackleton, the great rivals of the time, and survived them both. However, today he is a practically forgotten figure.

Who stars in Tom Crean: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero?

Tom Crean: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero stars Tom Crean (self (archive footage)). The film was directed by John Murray.

How long is Tom Crean: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero?

Tom Crean: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero has a runtime of 54 min and premiered in 2002.

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