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A Sledge Team on the King Edward VII, Plateau, 1916 (card)
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A Sledge Team on the King Edward VII, Plateau, 1916 (card)
7295720 A Sledge Team on the King Edward VII, Plateau, 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: No 14. from Players cigarette cards, second series of 25, 'Polar Exploration'. The front depicts four men manhauling a sledge captioned 'Players Cigarettes A SLEDGE TEAM'. Reverse: 'A Sledge Team on the King Edward VII, Plateau. The final stages of the journey over the icy wastes leads across a hugh snow-capped plateau for over 300 miles. The altitude at which Capt. Scott and his companions travelled reached 11, 000 feet above the level of the sea.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This print captures a sledge team on the King Edward VII Plateau in 1916 during a polar exploration expedition. The image, part of the Players cigarette cards series on Polar Exploration, shows four men tirelessly manhauling a sledge across icy terrain. The sheer determination and strength of these explorers is evident as they navigate through the vast snow-capped plateau, facing extreme altitudes reaching 11,000 feet above sea level.
The scene depicted in this photograph symbolizes the spirit of adventure and resilience that characterized early 20th-century explorations to the South Pole. Each member of the team carries their share of luggage and baggage, showcasing their commitment to overcoming challenges together.
As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the courage and perseverance required to push boundaries and explore unknown territories. The British School's portrayal of this sledge team serves as a testament to human curiosity and ambition in the face of harsh conditions.
This print from National Maritime Museum offers a glimpse into an era marked by daring expeditions and remarkable discoveries, inviting us to reflect on our own capacity for exploration and discovery in today's world.
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