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Photographic Print : HMS Alert pushed aground by ice, Radmore Harbour, 1875-187
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HMS Alert pushed aground by ice, Radmore Harbour, 1875-187
Engraving showing HMS Alert as she was pushed ashore by the pressure of the ice surrounding her at Radmore Harbour, Kennedy Channel during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. In the summer of 1875 the British Admiralty sent Captain George Nares with two ships, HMS Alert and HMS Discovery, to make an attempt to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound. Although the attempt was unsuccessful, a new furthest North record was set, the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island were charted and much scientific data gathered
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1875 1876 Admiralty Aground Arctic Ashore Attempt Channel Charted Coasts Data Ellesmere Gathered Greenland Kennedy Nares Pole Pressure Pushed Reach Record Scientific Sound Surrounding Unsuccessful Smith
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "HMS Alert pushed aground by ice, Radmore Harbour, 1875-1876" photograph from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, recounting the harrowing experience of HMS Alert during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. Witness the heroic vessel as it bravely faces the relentless pressure of the surrounding ice floes, now immortalized in this stunning piece of history. Bring this captivating moment into your home or office with our premium quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical engraving captures the dramatic moment when HMS Alert was pushed aground by the relentless pressure of ice at Radmore Harbour during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. Led by Captain George Nares, the expedition aimed to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound, with HMS Alert and HMS Discovery as their vessels.
Despite ultimately falling short of their goal, the expedition achieved significant milestones. A new furthest North record was set, and extensive scientific data was gathered while charting the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island. The Admiralty's decision to send these ships on such a daring mission highlights the importance they placed on exploration and discovery during this era.
In this image, we see HMS Alert being overtaken by ice in a struggle for survival against nature's forces. The historical significance of this moment is palpable, reminding us of the bravery and determination exhibited by explorers like Captain Nares and his crew in their quest for knowledge and adventure in some of Earth's most unforgiving environments. This print serves as a powerful reminder of our human capacity for exploration and discovery in even the harshest conditions.
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