From the 1993/94 Orient Lines Marco Polo brochure...
Stonington Island
One of the most historic islands in Antarctica, Stonington was the site of a
base established in 1940 by the Byrd Little America Expedition, but it was
abandoned shortly thereafter when funding ran out. In 1945, the British
established a well-equipped station which was used throughout the year --
summer and winter. This also served as the base for the 1947-48 Antarctic
Research Expedition of FinnRonne, who mapped a great portion of the continent
by air. In 1947 the station leader was Dr. Bernard Stonehouse, who is now
part of our own expedition team.
From the 1994 Orient Lines Grand Antarctic Circumnavigation brochure...
Stonington Island is the site of the Byrd Little America Expedition and one
of the Peninsula's most historic sites. Established in 1940, funding ceased
shortly afterwards due to World War II and it was abandoned. In 1945, the
British established a year-round operation close by with a well-equipped
station. During your visit, Dr. Bernard Stonehouse, one of your expedition
team, will bring to life the history of Stonington. He served as the
station's base leader from 1947-48 during the Antarctic Research Expedition
of Finn Ronne.
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