Operation Highjump: Admiral Byrd and Antarctica’s Greatest Mystery

Admiral Richard E. Byrd was one of America’s most famous explorers, leading daring flights over the North Pole and massive expeditions to Antarctica. But beyond his achievements, his name is tied to legends of lost lands, hidden civilizations, and the Hollow Earth theory.

Disputed diaries claim Byrd discovered lush valleys in Antarctica and even encountered beings beneath the Earth’s crust. His 1947 mission, Operation Highjump, officially a naval training exercise, has long been shrouded in speculation—from Nazi bases beneath the ice to secret civilizations guarding hidden realms.

Historians dismiss these stories as myth and misinterpretation. Yet Byrd himself spoke cryptically of threats “from the poles” that could travel vast distances in minutes—words that still echo with mystery.

Join The Nocturnal Archives as we explore the voyages of Admiral Byrd and the enduring secrets of the poles.