French Explorers

     Jean-Baptiste Charcot (1867-1936) led the second French expedition to Antarctica, 1908-1910. In January 1909 they crossed the Antarctic Circle and made camp on Peterman Island. They reached 70°N 76°W in 1910 and explored the coast to 124°. They returned to France in 1910. Their ship, the Pourquois-Pas (Why Not?) is seen in the background of the stamp which was issued to mark the 25th anniversary of Charcot's death. The stamp does not show a map but a compass rose.

Hydrographic Survey

     The French souvenir sheet was issued in 2004.