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Norwegian explorer (1872–1928) who navigated the Northwest Passage, fixed the position of the North Magnetic Pole, and was the first to reach the South Pole. Amundsen disappeared during a flight to rescue fellow explorer Umberto Nobile who became lost returning from the North Pole. Manuscript DS, one page, 8 x 10, December 4, 1912. Receipt for several articles of clothing from Sandilands and Sons, including a warming coat, six waistcoats, and six pair of trousers, signed at the bottom, “Please pay. Roald Amundsen.” A one penny revenue stamp is affixed above the signature. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered soiling and creasing, and a couple other notations. RRAuction COA.
