The Prussian natural scientist Alfred Wegener is the author of geology's crucial continental drift theory. Determined to prove it himself, he mounted expeditions to Greenland, which also started long-term climatic data collection, crucial for modern greenhouse research. Despite elaborate, clever preparation, equipment and collaboration with the native Inuit, the adventure was to end in fatal disaster for several men, including himself, due to the unforgiving arctic winter.
—KGF Vissers