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A Great Kenyte Boulder Close To The Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909)
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A Great Kenyte Boulder Close To The Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909)
A Great Kenyte Boulder Close To The Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909). Kenyte is a variety of porphyritic phonolite or trachyte (igneous volcanic rock). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic. During the second expedition, 1907-1909, he and three companions established a new record, Farthest South latitude at 88° S, only 97 geographical miles (112 statute miles, or 180 km) from the South Pole, the largest advance to the pole in exploration history. Members of his team also climbed Mount Erebus, the most active volcano in the Antarctic. Shackleton was knighted by King Edward VII for these achievements. He died during his third and last oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition, aged 47. Illustration from The Heart of the Antarctic, Vol. I, by E. H. Shackleton, C.V.O. [William Heinemann, London, 1909]
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This print captures the majestic presence of a great Kenyte boulder near the Winter Quarters in Antarctica, circa 1908. The image is part of Ernest Shackleton's iconic second expedition to the Antarctic, where he achieved an unprecedented record for Farthest South latitude at 88° S, bringing him within a mere 97 geographical miles from the elusive South Pole. Shackleton, an Anglo-Irish explorer renowned for his fearless spirit and determination, made significant contributions to scientific research during his expeditions. This particular photograph showcases the geological wonders of Antarctica as it highlights Kenyte - a variety of porphyritic phonolite or trachyte volcanic rock. Its unique composition adds depth and texture to this frozen landscape. The image serves as a poignant reminder of Shackleton's remarkable achievements and unwavering commitment to exploration. Alongside three companions, he also conquered Mount Erebus - one of Antarctica's most active volcanoes. These extraordinary feats earned Shackleton knighthood from King Edward VII. Tragically, Shackleton met his untimely demise during his final oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition at the age of 47. However, through photographs like these found in "The Heart of the Antarctic" by E. H. Shackleton C. V. O. , his legacy lives on as an inspiration to future generations fascinated by both science and adventure.
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