Vladimir Semenovich Chukov ( July 27, 1946 , Ussuriysk ) is a professional traveler . President of the expeditionary center "Arctic" of the Russian Geographical Society [3] . Organized and led more than 30 expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctica. The first person in the world to reach the North Pole skiing autonomously four times. Honorary polar explorer, Honored Master of Sports of the USSR (1989), Outstanding Traveler of Russia, General Director of the Festival of Great Travelers [4] .
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| Date of Birth | July 27, 1946 (73 years old) |
| Place of Birth | Ussuriysk |
| Awards and prizes | He has 16 government awards [1]
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Biography
In 1969 he graduated from the Military Academy of Armored Forces. In 1991 he graduated from the Russian Armed Forces (with the rank of colonel).
Interesting Facts
Vladimir Semenovich - a radio amateur. His amateur radio call sign is R3CA .
Professional Memberships
- Full member of the Russian Geographical Society
- Member of the Council MPO Association of Polar Explorers
- Member of the US National Geographic Society
- Member of the Explorer's Club, USA ("Explorer's Club")
- Member of the Expert Council of the EMERCOM of Russia
- Member of the Board of Trustees of the International Center of the Roerichs
Selected Publications
The author of more than 250 publications (in the Russian and foreign press).