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Adolphus Greely

Adolphus Greely (1844–1935) was an American explorer, naval officer and writer.

Also recorded as Adolphus Washington Greely; Adolphus W. Greely; A. W. Greeley; A. W. Greely; L. Greely; Lieutenant Adolphus W. Greely.

Overview

Born at Newburyport in 1844, died at Washington, D.C. in 1935.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is military affairs and polar exploration.

Employment is recorded with United States Army. Membership is recorded of German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina, Literary Society of Washington and Society of the War of 1812 in the District of Columbia.

Distinctions recorded are Medal of Honor, Founder’s Medal and Charles P. Daly Medal.

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Adolphus Greely”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q366008: Adolphus Greely

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