Fridtjof Nansen
Nansen was a true pioneer. He was the first person to cross Greenland on skis, led daring Arctic expeditions, and even tried to reach the North Pole back in the 1890s. But he wasn’t just an explorer—he was also a scientist, a diplomat, and a humanitarian.
After his adventures, he devoted himself to helping refugees after World War I, creating something called the “Nansen passport” to help stateless people rebuild their lives. He even won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts.
He died suddenly in Oslo in May 1930, but his legacy lives on—through his humanitarian work, his contributions to science, and now, through an expedition ship that continues his spirit of discovery and compassion.
I’ve just found a book about him on Audible called Farthest North—it’s his own account of that epic polar expedition. I can’t wait to listen and learn more about the man behind the name.
What a legacy
