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Frank Wild: Antarctica's Forgotten Hero - Extended Version

Charting the return of explorer Frank Wild's newly discovered remains back to Antarctica, where they will be laid to rest beside those of his beloved boss, Ernest Shackleton.

Yorkshireman Frank Wild was the unsung hero of the heroic age of Antarctic exploration. He was Sir Ernest Shackleton's loyal companion, following him to the very ends of the Earth. Now, 90 years after Shackleton's death, Frank Wild's newly discovered remains are heading back to Antarctica to be laid beside his beloved boss in the icy lands they both loved so much.

1 hour

Last on

Tue 8 May 2012 22:30

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Paul Rose
Producer Paul Greenan
Executive Producer Nicola Addyman

Broadcasts

  • Sun 22 Apr 2012 19:00
  • Sat 5 May 2012 15:00
  • Tue 8 May 2012 22:30