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Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Charles Burton at the North Pole on Easter Sunday
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Charles Burton at the North Pole on Easter Sunday
Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Charles Burton at the North Pole on Easter Sunday, 11th April 1982.
Transglobe Expedition : Starting in 1979 from Greenwich in the United Kingdom, adventurers Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Charles R. Burton went south, arriving at the South Pole on 15th December 1980. Over the next 14 months, they went north again, reaching the North Pole on 11th April 1982. Travelling south once more, they arrived again in Greenwich on 29th August 1982
Brendan Monks
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*415178
Media ID 21498957
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Adventure Adventurer Arctic Beards Exploration Explorer Hair Serious 1982 Exploration And Exploration And Adventure
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In this photo print, we are transported back to Easter Sunday, 11th April 1982, at the North Pole. The image showcases two remarkable adventurers, Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Charles Burton, who embarked on an extraordinary journey known as the Transglobe Expedition. The Transglobe Expedition began in 1979 from Greenwich in the United Kingdom when these brave souls set out towards the South Pole. After a grueling trek lasting over a year, they triumphantly reached their destination on 15th December 1980. Undeterred by their incredible achievement, they turned northward once again and finally arrived at the North Pole on that fateful Easter Sunday. This photograph captures not only their physical feat but also highlights their enduring friendship and camaraderie amidst extreme conditions. Their serious expressions reflect the immense challenges faced during this arctic exploration - battling freezing temperatures and treacherous terrain. Both men sport impressive beards and hair grown wild during their expedition; symbols of resilience against nature's harsh elements. They stand as true explorers of our time - pioneers pushing boundaries for human discovery. Brendan Monks skillfully immortalizes this historic moment through his lens, allowing us to witness firsthand a chapter in history where determination met adventure head-on. This print serves as a reminder of mankind's insatiable thirst for exploration and our ability to conquer even the most unforgiving landscapes on Earth.
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