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Motor Party - left to right: Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper from Scott
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Motor Party - left to right: Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper from Scott
STC255086 Motor Party - left to right: Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper from Scotts Last Expedition (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: winter journey of the Terra Nova Expedition (1910-13) from 27th June to 1st August 1911; proof copy of Scotts attempt to be first to the South Pole; to) in December he was beaten by a month by Amundsen and he and three companions; perished on the return to base Jan/Feb 1912; caption notes are by HG Ponting; Robert Falcon Scott (1868 - 1912); Lashly () Day Evans (1876 - 1912) Hooper); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
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This photograph captures the Motor Party of Scott's Last Expedition, led by renowned explorer Robert Falcon Scott. The image showcases four brave men - Lashly, Day, Evans, and Hooper - standing proudly from left to right. Taken during the winter journey of the Terra Nova Expedition in 1911, this proof copy symbolizes Scott's ambitious attempt to become the first person to reach the South Pole. However, fate had a different plan as Amundsen beat him by a month. Tragically, Scott and his three companions perished on their return to base in January/February 1912. The photo exudes a sense of adventure and determination as these British explorers pose beside their motorized vehicle with a Union Jack flag fluttering in the Antarctic breeze. Clad in balaclavas to protect themselves from extreme cold temperatures, they leave behind tracks that mark their path through this unforgiving icy landscape. Captured by Herbert Ponting (1870-1935), an accomplished photographer who accompanied Scott on his expedition, this image is part of The Stapleton Collection held privately. Ponting's caption notes provide valuable context for understanding the significance of this historical moment. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and sacrifice exhibited by these early polar explorers who ventured into unknown territories in pursuit of scientific discovery and human achievement.
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