Sir Ranulph Fiennes on his world record Antarctic expedition

Title

Sir Ranulph Fiennes on his world record Antarctic expedition

Genre

Interview

TX Date

19 Feb 1993

Year of production

1993

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Duration

00:04:58

Description

Mark Phillips interview with Sir Ranulph Fiennes, who was forced to halt his trek across Antarctica with Dr Michael Stroud having covered 1,350 miles and set two world records. Fiennes on the pair’s ordeal, including enduring frostbite and severe weight loss, their determination to continue to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis and to set a British record for the longest unsupported journey across Antarctica, and on his own future plans.

Contributors

Mark Phillips; Ranulph Fiennes

Keywords

Charity; Fundraising; Record attempts; Medical conditions; Ranulph Fiennes; Geographical exploration; Explorers; Antarctic exploration; Multiple sclerosis; Expeditions; Michael Stroud

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