American explorer (1856–1920) best known for his claim as the first man to reach the North Pole; whether or not his expedition actually reached the target destination remains a long-argued point of history. Original dinner menu, 7 x 9, honoring Peary’s fifth anniversary of the discovery of the North Pole, given by the Explorer’s Club on April 6, 1914, signed in fountain pen, “Very sincerely, R. E. Peary, beneath an inlaid portrait of Peary inside. Back of menu is signed by Thomas H. Hubbard who helped finance Peary’s expedition. In fine condition. R&R COA.
