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British Antarctic Survey

British Antarctic Survey: The Antarctic Treaty Explained

For Students 9th - 10th
A clear explanation of the Antarctic Treaty, a unique international agreement between scientists. Outlines the gist of the fourteen articles in the original agreement, signed in 1959 by twelve nations. Many more have signed on since. The...
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British Antarctic Survey

British Antarctic Survey: The Antarctic Treaty (1959)

For Students 9th - 10th
The text of the original Antarctic Treaty that was signed by twelve nations in 1959. It laid out the terms for regulating scientific research in the Antarctic.
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US Navy

The Navy Travels to the Poles

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the exploration of the polar regions by the U.S. Navy. Links to various activities are found on the site.
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U.s. Antarctic Program

For Students 9th - 10th
This government site delves into the research of all aspects of the Antarctic region including its ecosystems, its impact on the climate, and aerospace.
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Michigan Reach Out

Michigan Reach Out: Antarctica Ii

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site provides basic reasons for Antarctica's importance to our planet. Young scholars can create their own treaty of governance for Antarctica.