Reginald Skelton

Royal Navy admiral (1872-1956) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 84

Engineer Vice-Admiral Sir Reginald William Skelton was a British vice-admiral and engineer who served as chief engineer and official photographer of the 1901-1904 Discovery Expedition to Antarctica.

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Sledge flag used by Skelton in Antarctica during the Discovery Expedition

Officers of the 'Discovery' on the 1901-1904 British Antarctic Expedition. From left: Reginald Koettlitz, Reginald Skelton, Robert Falcon Scott

Awards

Commander of the Order of the British Empire

Polar Medal

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