Launching of the Fram

Happened: 1892-10-06

Description

According to Wikipedia, "On 6 October 1892, at Archer's yard at Larvik, the ship was launched by Nansen's wife Eva after a brief ceremony. The ship was named Fram, meaning 'Forward'."

Publications

TitlePublication DateDescriptionLink
Nansen's Fram expedition (webpage from Wikipedia) A starred article about the expedition Link

Expeditions

NameBegin DateEnd DateStart Head CountEnd Head Count
Nansen's Fram expedition 1893 1896 12 12

Locations

Eurasian Plate
Larvik, Norway

Objects

NameType
Fram Sea-going Vessel