
René Wassing
René Wassing was a Dutch anthropologist who accompanied Michael Rockefeller on his ill-fated expedition in New Guinea. He survived the boating accident that led to Rockefeller's disappearance and later became a key witness in recounting the events of that day. His accounts contributed to the ongoing mystery surrounding Rockefeller's fate and the various theories that have been proposed since.
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In 1961, Rockefeller and anthropologist René Wassing were seven months into the excursion when their catamaran overturned in rough waters.
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Argentina:
René Wassing was a Dutch anthropologist who was with Michael Rockefeller during his last expedition.
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