Episode Description
In the months following World War II, Antarctica drew the attention of one of the most ambitious polar expeditions in history: Operation Highjump, led by Admiral Richard E. Byrd in 1946–47. Officially, the mission was straightforward…a massive naval operation to train personnel, test new equipment in extreme polar conditions, and establish research outposts. The U.S. Navy deployed thousands of personnel, dozens of ships, and a fleet of aircraft to navigate the treacherous ice.
But as often happens in isolated, secretive places, reality and rumour quickly intertwined. Almost immediately after the expedition, extraordinary stories began to circulate. Some claimed that Byrd’s reconnaissance flights revealed not endless ice, but vast stretches of greenery, lakes, and even herds of prehistoric creatures…creatures reminiscent of mammoths, wandering in isolated valleys hidden from human eyes.
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This episode was:
Presented by: Steve Holloway
Produced by Pink Flamingo Home Studios
Written by: Steven Holloway
Script edited by: Melissa West
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But as often happens in isolated, secretive places, reality and rumour quickly intertwined. Almost immediately after the expedition, extraordinary stories began to circulate. Some claimed that Byrd’s reconnaissance flights revealed not endless ice, but vast stretches of greenery, lakes, and even herds of prehistoric creatures…creatures reminiscent of mammoths, wandering in isolated valleys hidden from human eyes.
Do you have an interesting story which you'd be willing to share with the show? If so, your story could feature in one of our Witness Files episodes.
Please get in touch with the show via Haunted UK Podcast Website, or email us at contactus@hauntedukpodcast.com, marking the subject as The Witness Files.
All stories are treated with the utmost privacy and respect – if you wish to remain anonymous – that's no problem at all. Alternatively, you could drop us a voice note via Instagram, and with your permission, we will play your voice note on the show. It would be great for your voice to bring your very own story to life.
We’re waiting for your stories …
You can support us, access bonus material, join our growing community – and follow us for updates at Haunted UK Podcast Patreon. You can also now do this on Ko-fi at ko-fi.com/hauntedukpodcast
Website: https://hauntedukpodcast.com/
Instagram: Haunted UK Podcast
Twitter/X: @hauntedukpod
You can also find us on Tiktok here https://www.tiktok.com/@hauntedukpodcast
This episode was:
Presented by: Steve Holloway
Produced by Pink Flamingo Home Studios
Written by: Steven Holloway
Script edited by: Melissa West
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-podcast--6759967/support.