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Lady Jane Franklin (1792-1875)
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Lady Jane Franklin (1792-1875)
Engraving of Lady Jane Franklin, nee Griffin, the wife of the English explorer, Sir John Franklin. Lady Jane travelled extensively with Sir John through Syria, Turkey, Egypt and Tasmania, but did not join him on his 1845 expedition to the Northwest Passage. When that expedition vanished into the Arctic wastes, Lady Jane sponsored a series of search expeditions to find her husband. She was later awarded the Royal Geographical Societys Founders Medal for her contribution to the exploration of the Canadian Arctic
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This engraving captures the remarkable Lady Jane Franklin, a woman of great historical importance in the world of exploration. As the wife of renowned English explorer Sir John Franklin, Lady Jane accompanied him on numerous expeditions through exotic lands such as Syria, Turkey, Egypt, and Tasmania. However, she made the difficult decision not to join him on his ill-fated 1845 expedition to find the elusive Northwest Passage.
When Sir John's expedition mysteriously disappeared into the icy Arctic wilderness, Lady Jane took it upon herself to sponsor a series of search missions in hopes of finding her beloved husband. Her unwavering dedication and determination led her to be awarded the prestigious Royal Geographical Society's Founders Medal for her significant contribution to Arctic exploration.
Lady Jane Franklin's story is one of courage, resilience, and love that has left an indelible mark on history. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of her extraordinary life and legacy in the world of exploration.
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