John King Davis’s Grave unmarked – until now

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From ABC News: Captain John King Davis is considered one of Australia’s greatest Antarctic explorers.

But even though his name has been immortalised on the icy continent, he ended up being buried in an unmarked grave in Melbourne.
What’s next?

A ceremony will be held at his final resting place today to unveil a new memorial stone and plaque honouring his legacy.

Full Story: ABC News

John King Davis (left) was a contemporary of expeditioning legends Ernest Shackleton (centre) and Douglas Mawson. (Source: ABC)