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A Weathered Kenyte Boulder Near the Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909)
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A Weathered Kenyte Boulder Near the Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909)
A Weathered Kenyte Boulder Near 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 showcases a weathered Kenyte boulder near the Winter Quarters in Antarctica, taken around 1908. The image is from the renowned book "The Heart of the Antarctic" by Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton, who made significant contributions to polar exploration during the early 20th century. Shackleton's second expedition, which took place from 1907 to 1909, marked a groundbreaking achievement as he and his team reached an unprecedented Farthest South latitude at 88° S. This remarkable feat brought them within a mere 97 geographical miles of the elusive South Pole, making it one of the most significant advancements in exploration history. During their journey, Shackleton and his companions also conquered Mount Erebus, an active volcano situated in Antarctica. These extraordinary accomplishments led to Shackleton being knighted by King Edward VII for his exceptional contributions to scientific discovery and exploration. Tragically, Shackleton met his untimely demise during his third expedition while conducting oceanographic research in sub-Antarctic regions. Despite this unfortunate end to his life at just 47 years old, Shackleton's legacy lives on through his invaluable contributions to our understanding of geology and volcanic activity in these remote areas. This mesmerizing photograph not only captures the beauty of nature but also serves as a testament to Shackleton's indomitable spirit and unwavering determination that defined him as one of history's greatest explorers.
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