Terra Nova Expedition1910
Charles Seymour Wright joins Scott's Terra Nova expedition as physicist, contributing to magnetic, glaciological and other physical observations.
Historical person
Charles Seymour Wright Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Charles Seymour Wright, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Canada.
8 records1910–19128 events5 places
Chronological biography
1910
1911
Cape Evans Magnetic Observations1911
Wright conducts magnetic observations from an ice cave behind the magnetic hut, away from interference caused by the main building.
Western Party Landing27 January 1911
Wright lands with the Western Party near Butter Point for geological and glaciological fieldwork.
Western Party GlaciologyFebruary 1911
Wright contributes physical and glaciological observations during the Western Party's work west of McMurdo Sound.
Beardmore Support TurnaroundDecember 1911
Wright leaves the southbound expedition with the returning support group, ending his chance of selection for the final polar party.
First Supporting Party Turns North21 December 1911
Wright turns north with the first four-man support group after reaching the upper Beardmore Glacier.
1912
Cape Evans Gravity Measurements1912
Wright improves his gravity observations by setting a stable instrument base into permafrost beneath Ponting's former darkroom.
Polar Party Tent Located12 November 1912
Wright is among the searchers who locate the final camp containing Scott, Wilson and Bowers on the Ross Ice Shelf.
Titles and roles
Physicist
Record provenance
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