Robert falcon scott early life

During the research for his dual biography of Scott and Roald Amundsen, polar historian Roland Huntford investigated a possible scandal in Scott's early naval career, related to the period – when Scott was a lieutenant on HMS Amphion. Robert Falcon Scott (born June 6, , Devonport, Devon, England—died c. Ma, Antarctica) was a British naval officer and explorer who led the famed ill-fated second expedition to reach the South Pole (–12). Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Scott's early life Robert Falcon Scott was born on 6 June at 'Outlands' - a small country estate in Stoke Damerel, Devonport (now the Milehouse area of Plymouth). 'Con' as his parents called him was the third of six children.