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Richard E. Byrd

When and where was Richard E. Byrd born?

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Richard E. Byrd stands on a ship deck in heavy fur clothing and a leather cap, holding a sundial compass during an Antarctic expedition. — Richard E. Byrd Richard E. Byrd.

Richard E. Byrd was born on October 25, 1888, in Winchester, Virginia, U.S.1