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A California surfer in Antarctica

December 1983 (approx.)

Detailed Description

USGS geologist Bruce Richmond, the quintessential California surfer dude and jokester, pretends to get in some sunbathing while out on a research cruise offshore of Wilkes Land, eastern Antarctica, collecting geophysical data. He's shown wearing more appropriate attire at right!

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.