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Samuel Balto

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Saami explorer (1861-1921)

NorwayHistorical FiguresLived 1861 to 1921 · aged 60
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Samuel Johannesen Balto was a Northern Saami explorer and adventurer. Balto skied with Fridtjof Nansen across Greenland in 1888-89.

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Postcard featuring of the members of Nansen's Trans-Greenland ExpeditionPostcard featuring of the members of Nansen's Trans-Greenland ExpeditionSamuel Balto with Ole Nilsen RavnaSamuel Balto with Ole Nilsen Ravna

Historical Figures from Norway 6

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About this person

Country
Norway
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1861 to 1921 · aged 60
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8 languages

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