Commander Bird's expedition to the South Pole and celebrations, 1929

In an effort to explore Antarctica, Bird and his crew established a base called Little America. They conducted scientific studies and, on November 29, 1929, became the first to fly over the South Pole. During their expedition, they discovered two uncharted Antarctic mountain ranges. The successful mission was celebrated by Bird's crew and Americans nationwide, marking Bird as a prominent American explorer.

What challenges did Bird and his crew face during their flight?

How did Americans react to Bird's successful flight over the South Pole?