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Lt Evans and Good adrift on a floe
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Lt Evans and Good adrift on a floe
Photographer: Morrison, John Donald.
Expedition: Antarctic Relief Expeditions 1902-04
Date: 1904
Location: Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Two men seated on sledges adrift on an ice floe, with the ship in the background
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Media ID 11477149
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Lt Evans and Good adrift on a floe" we are transported back in time to the daring Antarctic Relief Expeditions of 1902-04. Captured by the talented photographer John Donald Morrison, this image is now preserved at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge. The photograph showcases two courageous men seated on sledges, their faces etched with determination and resilience. They find themselves adrift on an expansive ice floe, isolated amidst a vast frozen landscape that stretches as far as the eye can see. The ship they once called home looms majestically in the background, serving as a poignant reminder of their current predicament. Lt Evans and Good's unwavering spirit shines through their eyes despite the harsh conditions surrounding them. Their presence on this desolate ice floe evokes both awe and admiration for their bravery in facing such extreme circumstances head-on. This snapshot from history encapsulates not only the physical challenges endured by these explorers but also serves as a testament to human perseverance and camaraderie amidst adversity. lt reminds us of our innate desire to push boundaries, explore uncharted territories, and unravel nature's mysteries. Preserved within the archives of one of academia's most esteemed institutions -the Scott Polar Research Institute at University of Cambridge- this remarkable photograph stands as a symbol of scientific discovery and exploration. It invites us to reflect upon humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge while honoring those who risked everything for progress in understanding our planet's most remote corners. As we gaze upon Lt Evans and Good adrift on that icy expanse captured over a century ago, let us be inspired by their audacity while acknowledging how far we have come since those early days when intrepid souls ventured into unknown realms for science and adventure alike.
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