American Navy Admiral Richard E. Byrd helped explore Antarctica during Operation Highjump — but there are many misconceptions ...

While the success of Richard Byrd and Floyd Bennett’s polar flight has been disputed, the former went on to accomplish ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Robert Johnson, who as a teenager traveled to Antarctica on a thick-hulled wooden ship with Adm. Richard Byrd, died Sunday in ...

“While replenishments-at-sea are routine, astern refueling is unique and requires precise navigation and coordination,” said Lt. Cmdr. Jason Ileto, fleet replenishment scheduler for Commander, ...

Richard Kenneth Byrd lived a life dedicated to education, faith, and family. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and educator, Dick’s legacy of kindness and learning touched countless lives. One ...

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MARTIN, RICHARD BYRD, of Union park, FL, died peacefully at his home on December 27, 2004 of esophageal cancer. He is survived by his wife, Helen E. (Diehl); son, Brian Evans Martin, Sorrento; ...