Chippy McNish Polar Medal Campaign

"As a retired master mariner I agree, award the medal."

"I think Chipys contribution were one of the main reasons why the Endurances survived and he deserves a award for it."

"without chippy's expertise i believe everyone would have perished"

"Am I related - I hope so. Chippy has a namesake here in the US: my grandson, Henry Walker McNish , age five. We live near Portland, Oregon, USA"

"It was due to Mcnish's skill as a carpenter that contributed so much to the successfull journey of the James Caird reaching South Georgia. Vincent, Holness and Stephenson should also have received the award. Everyone in the party contributed something to "

"I can understand Shackleton's unhappiness with Mr. McNeish's questioning his authority, but it in no way diminishes the great contribution that he made to the success of the expedition. The withholding of the medal seems a petty thing from one who should "

"Past Secretary, Antarctic Soc NZ, Wellington Branch"

"Rebellion or not, either way he was valued."

"are we related?"

"justice ..."

"(got cut off) Shackleton owes McNish his life and would not have survived to strut through English society as the national hero he undoubtedly was had someone of McNish's fortitude not been at his side. Swallowing his pride would have shown Shackleton to "

"Great seaman"

"It is a shame that McNish was not awarded this while he was alive. McNish was and is very deserving; I think Shackleton let personal differences get in the way."

"Should have received the Polar Medal at the time of the expedition"

"Mr McNish's magnificent skills should be recognised, along with his kindness to his beloved cat. I visited Mr McNish's grave today (Saturday 17 June 2006), and 'patted' Mrs Chippy. Please put this matter right, and award the Polar Medal."

"Well deserved!"