Hannah McKeand
Female, Person
1973 –
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Who is Hannah McKeand?
Hannah McKeand is a British polar explorer. In 2006 she set the record for the fastest journey to the South Pole a 600-nautical-mile journey she completed solo and in just 39 days, 9 hours and 33 minutes. The record was broken in 2008 by Todd Carmichael of Spokane, Washington, United States. She has also skied to the South Pole more times than anyone in history. In March 2008 she attempted to reach the North Pole alone and unsupported but had to abandon the trip after falling through the ice and badly damaging her shoulder and back. McKeand is a public speaker and polar consultant.
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