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British overland Arctic expedition led by Sir John Franklin (1786-1847) 1819-1822. George Back (1796-1878) taking leave of Franklin and setting out from 'Fort Enterprise' to bring fresh supplies. He rejoined the expedition after making a l,104 mile (1,776.70 km) round journey Engraving from 'Heroes of Britain' by Edwin Hodder (London, c1880).

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British overland Arctic expedition led by Sir John Franklin (1786-1847) 1819-1822. George Back (1796-1878) taking leave of Franklin and setting out from 'Fort Enterprise' to bring fresh supplies. He rejoined the expedition after making a l,104 mile (1,776.70 km) round journey Engraving from 'Heroes of Britain' by Edwin Hodder (London, c1880).