Fisherman's Son
Georgy Sedov was born May 3, 1877 in the family of a poor fisherman. Once, when George was still quite Maleny Kim boy, he heard stories from a sailor
of distant (distant) countries and the great discoveries and decided to study to become a naval officer (a naval officer).
When George told his father about it, he looked at the boy and shook his head. He did not want his son to study. And it was quite natural. Old seasoned fisherman, who could not read or write, was confident that such things are not worth thinking.Despite the enormous difficulties Sedov learned to read and write by himself. Many years later, he received a neck height education and became a captain.
When he gained enough experience and knowledge, he sewed're heading to the North Pole (the North Pole). He always said that it is necessary to get to know the area. Despite the fact that everyone thought (is) a reasonable idea Sedov, his plans for a long time been under consideration in various institutions. In addition, it was very difficult to get money for his expedition. After the money was finally collected, Sedov had to work a lot before he was able to curl in a way Dep ...
Sedov expedition was an event of great importance. It was a victory of man over nature, but this victory was won at the cost of life Sedov. March 5, 1914 approx died near the North Pole.
Sedov dream was realized after the Great of the October Socialist Revolution, when the Soviet people raised the flag of our homeland over the North Pole.