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The cover of The Illustrated London News, 29th May 1875. Artist: WJ Palmer
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The cover of The Illustrated London News, 29th May 1875. Artist: WJ Palmer
The cover of The Illustrated London News, 29th May 1875. Preparing to start on a sledge journey. The British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876, led by Sir George Strong Nares, was sent by the British Admiralty to attempt to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound. The expedition, aboard HMS Discovery and HMS Alert succeeded in making the first passage through the strait between Greenland and Ellesmere Island (subsequently named the Nares Strait), but scurvy and inadequate winter clothing forced a retreat
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The cover of The Illustrated London News, 29th May 1875, captures a momentous event in the history of Arctic exploration. Depicted in black and white by artist WJ Palmer, the image showcases the preparations for a sledge journey as part of the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. Led by Sir George Strong Nares, this daring expedition aimed to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound. On board HMS Discovery and HMS Alert, these brave men embarked on an unprecedented mission to conquer uncharted territories. Their ultimate goal was to navigate through the strait between Greenland and Ellesmere Island, now known as Nares Strait. In this print, we witness men dressed in heavy parkas braving harsh weather conditions while loading provisions onto their sledges. The scene exudes determination and resilience against nature's formidable forces. However, despite their initial success in making passage through treacherous icy waters, scurvy outbreaks and insufficient winter clothing forced them to retreat. This historical photograph serves as a testament to human ambition and exploration during the Victorian era. It encapsulates both triumphs and setbacks faced by these intrepid explorers who risked everything for scientific discovery. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece today, let us remember those who paved the way for future expeditions into unknown frontiers.
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