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Events / Exploration / Polar
Sledge party planting British flag. Shackleton, Scott and Wilson Discovery exploration of the Antarctic
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Antarctic Discovery Exploration Planting Polar Scott Shackleton Sledge Wilson 1902
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Discover the thrilling history of polar exploration with our stunning Framed Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Events / Exploration / Polar," showcases a pivotal moment in Antarctic history, as Sir Ernest Shackleton, Robert Falcon Scott, and Tom Crean plant the British flag during the Discovery Expedition of 1901-1904. Transport yourself back in time and add an awe-inspiring touch to your home or office décor with this beautifully framed piece. The high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is sure to be a conversation starter and a treasured addition to any collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 57.8cm x 57.8cm (22.8" x 22.8")
Estimated Product Size is 86.6cm x 62cm (34.1" x 24.4")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, members of the British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, led by Sir Ernest Shackleton, proudly plant the Union Jack flag on the icy terrain of the Antarctic continent. The image, captured in 1903, documents a significant moment in the history of polar exploration as Shackleton, along with Tom Crean and Frank Wild, embarked on their epic sledge journey from Cape Royds to King Edward Point, aiming to reach the magnetic South Pole. The intrepid explorers, bundled up against the harsh Antarctic conditions, are seen here in the foreground, with Shackleton, dressed in a fur-lined coat and hat, holding the flag aloft. Behind them, the vast expanse of the frozen continent stretches out, its desolate beauty accentuated by the stark contrast between the pristine white snow and the dark, rocky outcrops. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the groundbreaking Discovery Expedition, which was led by the renowned polar explorer Robert Falcon Scott. Scott's team, which included Edgar Evans and Edward Wilson, had previously reached the South Pole in January 1912, only to find that Amundsen's Norwegian team had beaten them to the finish. Shackleton's party, though unsuccessful in their attempt to reach the South Pole, made significant contributions to the scientific understanding of the Antarctic through their extensive geological and meteorological studies. This photograph, taken during the earlier Discovery Expedition, stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of exploration and the unyielding determination of these pioneering adventurers, who braved the extreme conditions of the Antarctic in their quest for knowledge and discovery.
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