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Alf Howard

Australian scientist · Australia · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1906 to 2010 · aged 104

Alf Howard was an Australian scientist, educator and explorer. He was most prominently known for being the last remaining member of the expedition to Antarctica, which was led by Sir Douglas Mawson on board the RRS Discovery in 1929-1931.

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Awards

Member of the Order of Australia1998

About this person

Howard served in the capacity of a chemist and the hydrologist aboard the vessel, which included being the individual who was responsible for monitoring the sea-water temperatures and the collection and chemical analysis of sea-water samples.

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Country
Australia
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1906 to 2010 · aged 104