Scott Polar Expedition 1910 - 1912 - Earth Shadow
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Scott Polar Expedition 1910 - 1912 - Earth Shadow
An earth shadow from Mount Erebus on Antarctica, cast on the clouds and seen during the ill-fated Scott polar expedition of 1910 - 1912. Taken from a point close to the headquarters camp at Cape Evans, Mount Erebus, the active volcano of the Ross Island is seen casting a shadow on the clouds. Taken by Mr F. Debenham, geologist to the expedition. Date: 1913
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Antarctic Antarctica Cape Clouds Debenham Earth Erebus Evans Exploration Mount Polar Ross Scott Shadow Shadows Skies Volcano
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This photograph, taken by geologist Frank Debenham during the Scott Polar Expedition of 1910-1912, immortalizes an awe-inspiring earth shadow cast upon the Antarctic skies. The image was captured near the expedition's headquarters camp at Cape Evans, with the ominous Mount Erebus, an active volcano on Ross Island, casting its shadow on the clouds. The ethereal sight unfolded in 1913, a year after the ill-fated expedition's tragic end. Mount Erebus, Antarctica's second-highest volcano, stands proudly in the frame, its snow-capped peak contrasting sharply with the dark, ominous shadow it casts. The sky above is a breathtaking canvas of shifting clouds, their forms transformed by the earth shadow's intrusion. The scene is a testament to the raw power and beauty of the Antarctic landscape, a force that both enthralls and humbles explorers. This photograph offers a glimpse into the awe and wonder that must have gripped the members of the Scott Polar Expedition as they bore witness to this natural phenomenon. Debenham's keen eye and skillful composition capture the essence of this transient moment, preserving it for future generations to marvel at. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the awe-inspiring yet unforgiving environment that drew Sir Robert Falcon Scott and his team to Antarctica, ultimately leading to their heroic yet tragic demise.
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