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French expedition to Ararat reports no trace of the Ark

· by Jean de Riquer

A French expedition led by polar explorer Jean de Riquer, with Fernand Navarra, reached Ararat's summit and reported finding no trace of the Ark.

Details

Navarra later said that on this trip he alone saw a large dark mass he believed was the Ark.

Claimant
Jean de Riquer
People involved
Fernand Navarra
Site
Mount Ararat

Sources (2)

  1. French Expedition to Mt. Ararat Fails to Find Traces of Noah's Ark (opens in a new tab)
    Jewish Telegraphic Agency · published
  2. Searches for Noah's Ark (opens in a new tab)
    Wikipedia · published

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