The outstanding feature of the Ross Sea side was the journey made by these six men.

The earlier journeys for the first year did not produce any sign of the qualities of leadership amongst the others.

Mackintosh was fortunate for the long journey in that he had these three men with him: Ernest Wild, Richards, and Joyce.
Before proceeding with the adventures of this party I want to make clear in these pages how much I appreciate the assistance I received both in Australia and New Zealand, especially in the latter dominion.
And amongst the many friends there it is not invidious on my part to lay special stress on the name of Leonard Tripp, who has been my mentor, counsellor, and friend for many years, and who, when the Expedition was in precarious and difficult circumstances, devoted his energy, thought, and gave his whole time and advice to the best interests of our cause.

I also must thank Edward Saunders, who for the second time has greatly helped me in preparing an Expedition record for publication.
To the Dominion Government I tender my warmest thanks.

To the people of New Zealand, and especially to those many friends--too numerous to mention here--who helped us when our fortunes were at a low ebb, I wish to say that their kindness is an ever-green memory to me.