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 and documents submitted to it by Dr. Cook contained no observations or explanations to prove that Dr. Cook had reached the Pole.

That Peary reached the Pole was never doubted. The National Geographical Society after careful examination of his records reported that they were unanimous in the opinion that Commander Peary reached the North Pole, April 6, 1909.

The following resolutions were adopted:

"Whereas, Commander Robert E. Peary has reached the North Pole, the goal sought for centuries, and

Whereas, this is the greatest geographical achievement that this society can have opportunity to honor, therefore

Resolved, that a special medal be awarded to Commander Peary."

Medals and honors were bestowed upon him by many scientific societies at home and abroad, and he was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral in the United States Navy, and given the thanks of Congress.

The Frozen North has given up its secret. Man's persistence has conquered, and 90° north has been attained.

Rear Admiral Peary and all the brave men, who for nearly four hundred years struggled to reach the North Pole, will be held in honor by their countrymen for all time.

—A fathom is six feet; a statute mile 5280 feet; a geographical mile 6080 feet.