Sir James Clark Ross

Sir James Clark Ross was a 19th-century British explorer and naval officer known for his polar expeditions. He led significant journeys to the Arctic and Antarctic, discovering the Ross Sea and the Ross Ice Shelf in Antarctica. His explorations helped expand scientific understanding of these remote regions, including their geography and climate. Ross also played a key role in the search for the lost Franklin expedition. His work contributed greatly to Arctic and Antarctic exploration, making him a prominent figure in the history of scientific discovery and navigation.