Fernando Tarapow, Argentine defender of Antarctica and Arctic, nominated for prestigious Shackleton Medal prize

Fernando Tarapow seems to have lived several lives already – a member of the Argentine Navy for four decades, he is also a lawyer, professor of international law and polar expedition guide. Now, he’s been nominated on the “longlist” for the prestigious Shackleton Medal, an international recognition awarded to those who work to protect Antarctica and the Arctic. Leer más

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May 13, 2026 - 20:11
Fernando Tarapow, Argentine defender of Antarctica and Arctic, nominated for prestigious Shackleton Medal prize

Fernando Tarapow, Shackleton Medal

Fernando Tarapow seems to have lived several lives already – a member of the Argentine Navy for four decades, he is also a lawyer, professor of international law and polar expedition guide. Now, he’s been nominated on the “longlist” for the prestigious Shackleton Medal, an international recognition awarded to those who work to protect Antarctica and the Arctic. Leer más
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