1973 Press Photo Zaire River Expedition for Explorers

Zaire River Expedition for Explorers.: A 14 - strong international expedition which plans to navigate the 2,718 mile zaire River from its source near the Zambian border to ~anana on the Atlantic, will leave for Central Africa next Autumn. It will be led by major John Blashford - Snell, Chairman of the Scientific Exploration Society. Photo shows Major John Blashford - Snell, who will be leading next year's Zaire River expedition , watched by members of his team as he examined a rocket - fired grappling line at a London press conference yesterday. Standing, from left: Mr. Richard Snailham,Capt. Paul Arengo - Jones, Capt. Jim Masters and Warrant officer Richard Festorazzi. Seated: Mrs. Kay Thompson, Capt. Michael Gambier, Mr. Frederick Rodger and Miss Pamela Baker.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.

Photo is dated 10-30-1973.

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