1966 Press Photo Flag Raising Ceremony at McMurdo Station in Antarctica

American, Norwegian and New Zealand scientists participate in a flag raising ceremony at McMurdo Station (United States) in Antarctica. Occasion was the opening of a United States base at the South Pole, 850 miles away, but inclement weather and lack of facilities prevented the scientists from flying south.

Photo is dated 1966.

Photo measures 10.25 x 8 inches.