Why Amundsen beat Scott to the South Pole
Nick French
- Regions:
- East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, Dorset, Gloucestershire
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Historic talks facilitator
- Fee:
- Paid
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 16th May 2026
- Tagged:
- Amundsen | Scott | Antarctic | South Pole
Roald Amundsen, the Norwegian polar explorer reached the South Pole 34 days ahead of England's Robert Scott. This talk reveals how their differing personalities, leadership qualities and operational methods gave Amundsen an advantage on a number of fronts. Discover the complexities and challenges of planning and executing a polar exploration and how Scott's approach left his team wanting. This hour long talk is currently 'under construction' and planned for release in January 2027.
Views: 28 | Enquiries: 0About Nick French
I was born and raised in Harare, Zimbabwe. After completing my Master’s Degrees in Material Science and Business Administration, I embarked on a successful career in international sales and distribution of petrochemicals. But my true passion of speaking and training lead to an early retirement from salary based employment towards a new career in people development.
My training and consulting business started in Singapore, running workshops and delivering engaging keynote speeches. Later, in 2016 I relocated to Cape Town and discovered a new passion for researching and presenting talks on absorbing historical events. During the Covid years many of these were delivered online across the globe. My audiences now include many diverse clubs and associations.
I am based in Hampshire with my wife Lynette, and two cats and a dog.
As a Distinguished Toastmaster, I am dedicated to entertaining and captivating my audiences. If you’d like to know more about me, my talk offerings and special areas of expertise, give me a call!
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