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Story summary
- The Araon is on an eight-week Antarctic expedition carrying scientists and two journalists from The New York Times.
- The journey echoes the 1928-1930 expedition led by Richard E. Byrd, with Russell Owen providing daily updates and becoming the first polar reporter.
- Owen's coverage earned him a Pulitzer Prize and highlighted humanity's evolving relationship with Antarctica.
- Today, modern amenities aboard the Araon contrast with past expeditions.
