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Barbara Hillary (adventurer)

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Name
  
Barbara Hillary


Role
  
Adventurer

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Barbara Hillary (born June 12, 1931 in San Juan Hill, Manhattan, currently known as Lincoln Center) was the first known African-American woman to reach the North Pole, which she did at the age of 75 in 2007. She subsequently reached the South Pole in January 2011 at the age of 79, becoming the first African-American woman to reach both poles.

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Awards and honors

  • Special Citation from the United States House of Representatives
  • Special Resolution 466 honoring and recognizing her achievements introduced by Representative Gregory Meeks
  • “Individual of Inspiration and Dedication” award from the Office of the Borough President, Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn, New York
  • Special Proclamation from Southampton Township
  • Special Acknowledgment from the Explorers Club, Lowell Thomas Awards Dinner
  • Life Membership, Frederick A. Cook Society
  • Life Membership, National Rifle Association
  • Wildlife Alliance Membership
  • Honorary Member of OWL, the National Older Women's League
  • "Woman of Courage Award" from the National Organization for Women
  • “Spirit of America Award” from the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association
  • Rotary Club Award from the Rotary Club of Southampton, Long Island
  • Rotary Club Award from the Rotary Club of Great Neck, Long Island
  • "Twisted Spike Award" for the athletic achievement of skiing to the North Pole.
  • Presentation Knife Award from Buck Knives
  • She has also been honored by Sri Chinmoy, a noted visionary and spiritual leader, as an "Individual of Inspiration and Dedication"
  • Sri Chinmoy Champion Athlete Award
  • Buick Club Membership

    • References

    Barbara Hillary (adventurer) Wikipedia
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