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Robert Falcon Scott, Terra Nova Expedition, Antarctic
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Robert Falcon Scott, Terra Nova Expedition, Antarctic
Robert Falcon Scott Terra Nova Expedition - important archive of 52 negatives taken by Lt. Henry Birdie Bowers during the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition that claimed the lives of Scott, Edward Wilson, Birdie Bowers, Laurence Titus Oates and Edgar Evans. The collection consists of 52 celluloid negatives, which are of similar size and format to those taken by Scott himself on the expedition. Both Captain Scott and Lt. Bowers were taught to use a camera by Herbert Ponting, the Terra Nova expedition photographer and the man responsible for capturing some of the most heroic images of the age of the Antarctic exploration. As a member of the Terra Nova shore party, Ponting helped set up the Terra Nova expedition Antarctic winter camp at Cape Evans, Ross Island. The camp even included a small dark room. The photos offer an incredible snapshot into the arguably most famous British Antarctic expedition of the 20th century. They show the brutal nature of the environment these brave men had to endure. The clarity of the images is truly remarkable and includes the expedition on Polar Marches, their camp, the ice shelves, mountains, pitching tents, having lunch, amongst others
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This rare and historic print captures a pivotal moment in Antarctic exploration - the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott. Taken by Lt. Henry Birdie Bowers, one of the brave men who tragically lost their lives on this expedition, these 52 celluloid negatives offer a unique glimpse into the harsh realities faced by Scott and his team as they battled against the elements in their quest to reach the South Pole.
Trained by Herbert Ponting, the official photographer of the expedition, both Scott and Bowers were able to capture stunning images of their journey through some of the most unforgiving terrain on Earth. From Polar Marches to setting up camp at Cape Evans, these photos provide a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in pursuit of scientific discovery.
The clarity and detail captured in these images are truly remarkable, offering viewers a window into a time when explorers pushed themselves to their limits in search of knowledge and adventure. This collection is not just a historical artifact but also a testament to human resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd. has preserved this important archive with care and respect for its significance in telling the story of one of Britain's most renowned Antarctic expeditions.
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