New proof for Kon-Tiki theory - archive, 18 May 1953
(The Guardian Norway)

18 May 1953: Thor Heyerdahl demonstrates the raft that sailed across the Pacific and tells Princess Margaret about new evidence that inhabitants of the Polynesian Islands originally came from South AmericaSTOCKHOLM, MAY 17. Princess Margaret´s visit to Oslo as a guest at the wedding of Princess Ragnhild and Mr Erling Lorentzen, a shipping director, has been a resounding success. The Princess has attracted far more attention than any other of the many royal guests, and newspapers all over Scandinavia have been full of praise for her qualities as an ambassador of goodwill. Her activities have been front-page news in the Scandinavian press even after the wedding. The Princess has visibly enjoyed her stay and has been able to give a personal touch to her visit. One of the highlights of her programme was a visit yesterday to the Kon-Tiki Museum, where the explorer, Thor Heyerdahl, not only demonstrated the famous raft and equipment but also gave the Princess new first-hand information of his findings during a recently completed second tour in Pacific waters. Related: Heyerdahl nears end of voyage Related: How to access past articles from the Guardian and Observer archive Continue reading...