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  • Sir Ranulph Fiennes

    … (OBE) in 1993 and the Polar Medal in 1984 (recognized again in 1995 for his work in both polar regions). Many of the endeavours undertaken by Fiennes were fund-raisers, and over the years he raised millions for a variety of charities.

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    … (OBE) in 1993 and the Polar Medal in 1984 (recognized again in 1995 for his work in both polar regions). Many of the endeavours undertaken by Fiennes were fund-raisers, and over the years he raised millions for a variety of charities.

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