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Midwinter day at Cape Evans in the Men's Quarters, 1916 (card)
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Midwinter day at Cape Evans in the Men's Quarters, 1916 (card)
7295718 Midwinter day at Cape Evans in the Men's Quarters, 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: No 12. from Players cigarette cards, second series of 25, 'Polar Exploration'. The front depicts five men inside an expedition hut drinking. One seated on the table playing a balalaika. The scene is captioned: 'Player's Cigarettes MIDWINTER DAY.' Reverse: 'Midwinter day at Cape Evans in the Men's Quarters. June 22nd, 1911 was set aside by Capt. Scott, as a holiday for the members of the expedition. No work was undertaken beyond the routine of cleaning the hut and excercising the ponies.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a moment of camaraderie and celebration during the harsh Midwinter day at Cape Evans in 1916. The image depicts five men inside the Men's Quarters, taking a break from their Antarctic expedition to enjoy some downtime together. One man is seated on the table playing a balalaika, adding a touch of music to the scene.
The caption on the card reads "Midwinter day at Cape Evans in the Men's Quarters," highlighting how June 22nd, 1911 was set aside as a holiday by Capt. Scott for his team. On this special day, no work was undertaken beyond cleaning the hut and exercising the ponies - allowing everyone to relax and bond over shared experiences.
The warmth and companionship radiating from this photograph serve as a reminder of the resilience and spirit of exploration that defined early 20th-century expeditions to Antarctica. Despite facing extreme conditions and isolation, these men found solace in each other's company, creating lasting memories amidst their challenging journey.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era of daring adventures and unwavering determination. It is a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in the face of adversity - qualities that continue to inspire us today.
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