Ernest Shackleton Collection (page 4)

A Great Kenyte Boulder Close To The Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909). Kenyte is a variety of porphyritic phonolite or trachyte (igneous volcanic rock)

The Start from the Ice-Edge South of Hut Point, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Hut, with Mount Erebus in the Background, in the Autumn, 1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Night-Watchman, c1908, (1909). Physicist Douglas Mawson on nightwatch in the hut at Cape Royds. Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Mount Erebus in Eruption on June 14, 1908, (1909)
Mount Erebus in Eruption on June 14, 1908. The Photograph Was Taken By Moonlight, (1909). Erebus is the second-highest volcano in Antarctica and the southernmost active volcano on Earth

A Steam Explosion on Mount Bird, c1908, (1909). Mount Bird is a basaltic shield volcano near the northern extremity of Ross Island

The Old Crater of Erebus, with an Older Crater in the Background, c1908, (1909)
The Old Crater of Erebus, with an Older Crater in the Background. Altitude 11, 000 Feet. The Active Cone is Higher Still, c1908, (1909)

Mount Erebus... The Old Crater on the Left, c1908, (1909)
Mount Erebus as Seen from the Winter Quarters, The Old Crater on the Left, and the Active Cone Rising on the Right, c1908, (1909)

A Freshwater Lake near Cape Barne, c1908, (1909)
A Freshwater Lake near Cape Barne, Frozen to a Depth of Twenty Feet. Rotifers wrere found in this Lake, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922)

Cape Barne. The Pillar in the Right Foreground is Volcanic, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Landing Stores from the Boat at the First Landing-Place, c1908, (1909)
Landing Stores from the Boat at the First Landing-Place after the Ice-Foot had broken away, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Mount Erebus From The Ice-Foot, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Nimrod Pushing Her Way Through More Open Pack, c1908, (1909)
The Nimrod Pushing Her Way Through More Open Pack Towards King Edward VII Land, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Manchurian Ponies on Quail Island, Port Lyttelton, c1907, (1909)
The Manchurian Ponies on Quail Island, Port Lyttelton, Before The Expedition Left for the Antarctic, New Zealand, c1907, (1909)

Exercising the Dogs, 1936. George Marston leading the dogs down on to the floe from the Endurance. Shackleton is standing on the platform overlooking the gangway

Sir Ernest Shackleton, c1900s, (1936). From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

Sir Ernest Shackleton. Private Collection

The Quest, in which Sir Ernest Shackleton set sail in September 1921, on what was to prove his last expedition to the Antarctic, c1922, (1935)

The Nimrod Pushing Her Way Through Open Pack-Ice, c1909, (1928). Originally from The Heart of the Antarctic, Being the Story of the British Antarctic Expedition 1907-1909 by Ernest Henry Shackleton

The Finding of Hamilton at Lucknow, c1910. The discovery of Colonel Hamilton by his brother after he was initially thought to have died during the Indian Mutiny

Shackletons ship, the Nimrod, in McMurdo Sound, (1909), 1912. Artist: George Marston
Shackletons ship, the nimrod, among the ice in McMurdo Sound, the winter land quarters of the British Antarctic Expedition. Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922), British explorer, Antarctica, 1909

The last sledge from the trek back from the Great Southern Journey, 1909
The last sledge from the trek back from the Great Southern Journey, Antarctica, 1909. A photograph from British explorer ErnestShackletons (1874-1922) expedition of 1908-1909 on board the Nimrod

The Shackleton camp, Antarctica, Christmas Day, 1908. A photograph from British explorer ErnestShackletons (1874-1922) expedition of 1908-1909 on board the Nimrod

The trek during the snowstorm, 1909. Artist: Stanley L Wood
The trek during the snowstorm, 1909. A scene from British explorer Ernest Shackletons (1874-1922) expedition of 1908-1909 on board the Nimrod

Ernest Shackleton, British explorer, Antarctica, 1909. Shackleton (1874-1922) during his expedition of 1908-1909 on board the Nimrod

British explorer Ernest Shackleton at the Cape Royds base camp, Antarctica, 1908. Mount Erebus in the background. Shackleton (1874-1922) during his expedition of 1908-1909 on board the Nimrod

Ernest Shackletons ship HMS Nimrod, 1907 (1908). Artist: Queen Alexandra
Ernest Shackletons ship HMS Nimrod, 1907 (1908). Photograph shows Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) setting off on his Antarctic expedition of 1907-1909

Steering Gear of SS Endurance
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 1914: The steering gear of SS Endurance during preparations for Sir Ernest Shackletons Antarctic expedition at Millwall Docks in London, England

Deck Of Endurance
July 1914: Looking aft, the main deck of SS Endurance during preparations for Ernest Shackletons Antarctic expedition at Millwall Docks. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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Ernest Shackleton, the legendary Irish explorer, embarked on a remarkable journey to Antarctica in 1908. With his trusty companions and Shackleton's Manchurian ponies by his side, he set out to conquer the icy wilderness. The Lonely Monument stands tall today, honoring this brave adventurer who pushed the boundaries of human exploration. Shackleton meticulously mapped out his Antarctic expedition, leaving behind route maps that would guide future explorers. In "A Group of the Shore Party at the Winter Quarters, " we catch a glimpse of their resilience and camaraderie amidst harsh conditions. The ethereal beauty of an Autumn Sunset captured in George Marston's artwork transports us back to Shackleton's time. It reminds us of the breathtaking landscapes they encountered during their treacherous voyage. Returning from their arduous mission, "Return of the Penguins" showcases these resilient creatures as symbols of endurance in one of Earth's most unforgiving environments. Feldspar Crystals collected from Mount Erebus summit serve as tangible evidence of Shackleton's scientific pursuits during his expedition. These crystals bear witness to his dedication not only to exploration but also to advancing our understanding of nature. In Ernest Shackleton himself, we find a true British hero whose name will forever be etched in history books. His unwavering determination and indomitable spirit continue to inspire generations even today. "The Northern Party at the South Magnetic Pole" captures a moment frozen in time when Shackleton achieved yet another milestone on this extraordinary journey. This achievement marked him as one among very few who had ever reached such extreme latitudes. Years later, we see an older version alongside James Marr and Norman Mooney - a testament to enduring friendships forged through shared experiences that transcend time itself. As winter settled upon them in December 1908, members huddled together for warmth within their campsite - immortalized forever by photographs like "Western Party in camp on December 20, 1908.