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Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, polar explorer
Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton (1874 - 1922), Anglo-Irish Antarctic explorer. Seen here at the age of 40 in windproof garments. He was preparing for a new expedition, known as the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (aka Endurance Expedition), which took place between 1914 and 1917. Date: 1914
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Anglo Antarctic Cold Endurance Ernest Expeditions Exploration Explorer Garments Hood Polar Pole Preparing Protective Shackleton Thermal Trans Thermals Windproof
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton Poster Print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating poster showcases a powerful image of Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, the renowned Anglo-Irish Antarctic explorer, at the age of 40, braving the harsh elements in his windproof garments. This inspiring poster is perfect for those who admire the spirit of adventure and resilience. Bring the heroic tales of Shackleton's polar expeditions into your home or office space, and let his unwavering determination ignite your own sense of exploration. Order your Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton Poster Print today and let the legend live on!
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.9cm x 30.3cm (7.8" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, a renowned Anglo-Irish polar explorer, is seen here at the age of 40, preparing for his most ambitious expedition yet: the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, also known as the Endurance Expedition. The year is 1914, and Shackleton is dressed in windproof garments, donning a hooded coat, jacket, and thermals to shield himself from the harsh Antarctic weather. Shackleton's previous expeditions to Antarctica had established him as a leading figure in polar exploration. However, this new expedition held the ambitious goal of making the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent from sea to sea. With a team of 65 men, Shackleton set sail from England aboard the Endurance, a sturdy ship designed to withstand the icy waters. Tragically, the Endurance became trapped in pack ice just months into the expedition, and the team was forced to abandon ship. They spent months on the ice floe before finally setting off in lifeboats to reach Elephant Island. After a harrowing journey, Shackleton and five others set sail in a small lifeboat, the James Caird, to reach South Georgia Island in search of help. After an epic 16-day journey, they finally reached the island and managed to rescue the rest of their team. Despite the many challenges and setbacks, Shackleton's determination and leadership saved every member of his team. The Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition may not have achieved its primary goal, but it cemented Shackleton's legacy as a heroic figure in the annals of polar exploration.
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