Douglas Freshfield
Douglas William Freshfield (27 April 1845 – 9 February 1934) was a British lawyer, mountaineer and author, who edited the Alpine Journal from 1872 to 1880. He was an active member of the Royal Geographical Society and the Alpine Club and served as President of both organizations.
Read more about Douglas Freshfield: Early Life and Education, Mountaineering, Alpine Club and RGS, Personal, Writing, Works
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