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A View up the Great Beardmore Glacier
A view on the Great Beardmore Glacier up which Captain Scott ascended to the plateau during December 1911 on his ill-fated expedition to the South Pole. The picture actually shows the Shackleton camp under the Granite pillar half a mile from that expeditions lower glacier deposit. The view gives a good idea of the sheer cliffs which are characteristic of South Victoria Land mountains. These pictures were published in The Sphere long before the public had knowledge of the fate of Captain Scott and his team
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Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of adventure and exploration with our stunning "A View up the Great Beardmore Glacier" jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle features an iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcasing a breathtaking view of the Great Beardmore Glacier. Journey back in time to December 1911, as you piece together this intriguing image of the glacier that Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his team ascended during their ill-fated expedition to the South Pole. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this puzzle is a must-have for puzzle enthusiasts, history buffs, and armchair explorers alike. Immerse yourself in the thrill of discovery as you bring this captivating image to life, one piece at a time.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 28cm x 35.6cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A View up the Great Beardmore Glacier: A Glimpse into the Unforgiving Terrain of Captain Scott's Antarctic Expedition This evocative photograph captures the breathtaking yet treacherous landscape of the Great Beardmore Glacier, as it was seen by the members of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated Antarctic expedition in December 1911. The image, taken from the Shackleton camp, depicts the steep, icy cliffs that rise up from the glacier, characteristic of the South Victoria Land mountains. Captain Scott and his team had ascended this very glacier in their quest to reach the South Pole, a journey that would ultimately end in tragedy. However, at the time this photograph was taken, the outcome of their expedition was still uncertain. The public was unaware of the fate that awaited Scott and his men, who would perish just a few weeks later due to a combination of extreme weather conditions and physical exhaustion. The sheer cliffs in this photograph offer a glimpse into the challenges that Scott and his team faced during their exploration of the Antarctic. The expedition's base camp can be seen in the foreground, nestled beneath the imposing granite pillar, half a mile from their lower glacier deposit. The snow-covered terrain stretches out before them, a seemingly endless expanse of white that conceals the hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface. This photograph, published in The Sphere long before the public knew of Scott's fate, offers a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the explorers who ventured into the unknown, driven by their thirst for knowledge and discovery. The Great Beardmore Glacier stands as a testament to the harsh realities of the Antarctic landscape, a place where the human spirit is put to the ultimate test.
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