The following resolutions were adopted:
“Whereas, Commander Robert E. Peary has reached the North Pole, the goal sought for centuries, and
Whereas, this is the greatest geographical achievement that this society can have opportunity to honor, therefore
Resolved, that a special medal be awarded to Commander Peary.”
Medals and honors were bestowed upon him by many scientific societies at home and abroad, and he was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral in the United States Navy, and given the thanks of Congress.
The Frozen North has given up its secret. Man’s persistence has conquered, and 90° north has been attained.
Rear Admiral Peary and all the brave men, who for nearly four hundred years struggled to reach the North Pole, will be held in honor by their countrymen for all time.
Note.—A fathom is six feet; a statute mile 5280 feet; a geographical mile 6080 feet.
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