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Roald Amundson

by Susanna from New Zealand

Roald Amundson was the first person to walk to the South Pole with sledges.

My hero Roald Amundson was born in 1872. He lived in a quiet cottage in Norway.

Before Roald Amundson walked to the South Pole he made sure he had everything he needed. He brought along sledges, huskies, warm clothes and a group of men. As soon as he got there he put up a Norway flag to show everyone that if they decided that they would go to the South Pole they wouldn't be the first.

I think Roald Amundson was the first to walk to the South Pole because he had a dream and used bravery. I picked Rould Amundson because he is interesting.

Page created on 4/4/2007 12:00:00 AM

Last edited 4/4/2007 12:00:00 AM

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