Frostbite Collection

TITANIC: HAROLD BRIDE. With his feet crushed and frostbitten, second wireless operator of the Titanic leaves
TITANIC: HAROLD BRIDE. With his feet crushed and frostbitten, second wireless operator of the " Titanic" leaves the " Carpathia."

Elizabeth Woodcock, buried alive in snow for eight days between Impington and Cambridge, February 1799
2604527 Elizabeth Woodcock, buried alive in snow for eight days between Impington and Cambridge, February 1799. Rescued but lost her toes from frostbite

Elizabeth Woodcock, buried alive in snow for eight days between Impington and Cambridge, February 1799
2604526 Elizabeth Woodcock, buried alive in snow for eight days between Impington and Cambridge, February 1799. Rescued but lost her toes from frostbite. Died the following July

Evans binding up Dr Atkinsons frostbitten hand, from Scott
STC255068 Evans binding up Dr Atkinsons frostbitten hand, from Scotts Last Expedition (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Conquest of the South Pole (chromolitho)
2815873 The Conquest of the South Pole (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Conquest of the South Pole. The hand, the nose and the ears frozen)

A Very Gallant Gentleman (litho)
STC444593 A Very Gallant Gentleman (litho) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912)

Dr. Atkinsons frost-bitten hand, 1911 (b / w photo)
STC258396 Dr. Atkinsons frost-bitten hand, 1911 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward L)

Dr. Atkinsons Frost-Bitten Hand, 5 July 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Dr. Atkinsons Frost-Bitten Hand, 5 July 1911, (1913). Frostbite-affected hand of Dr Edward Atkinson (1881-1929). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott

Petty Officer Evans Binding Up Dr. Atkinsons Hand, 5 July 1911, (1913). Artist
Petty Officer Evans Binding Up Dr. Atkinsons Hand. The marks on Atkinsons face are frost-bites, 5 July 1911, (1913). Edgar Evans (1876-1912)

Frost-bitten soldiers at Gallipoli WWI
Frost-bitten soldiers lying on straw in shelters constructed of biscuit boxes at a Stores Dump at Suvla after the frost at the end of November in Gallipoli during World War I

The Commissariat Camp in the Crimea, 1855
Engraving showing the part of the British Army camp responsible for stores and provisions during the Crimean War. By the end of the Crimean war the camp was running smoothly

Frostbitten hand of Edward Atkinson, Antarctic expedition 19
The hand of Surgeon Edward Atkinson, swollen with blisters due to frostbite. Edward Leicester Atkinson (18811929) was a Royal naval surgeon

TITANIC: SURVIVORS, 1912. The survivors arrive in New York, 1912

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"Frostbite: A Chilling Reminder of Human Endurance" In the annals of history, frostbite stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit and unwavering resilience of mankind. From the frozen decks of the ill-fated Titanic to the icy battlefields of war-torn Crimea, this affliction has left an indelible mark on those who have braved extreme cold. Harold Bride, second wireless operator aboard the Titanic, emerged from his ordeal aboard the Carpathia with feet crushed and frostbitten. His story serves as a haunting reminder of the tragic fate that befell countless souls on that fateful night. Dating back even further in time, a hand-coloured engraving from 1808 depicts Russian nuptials amidst a wintry landscape, and is a stark reminder that even joyous occasions can be marred by nature's merciless touch. The heroic efforts displayed during expeditions to conquer uncharted territories are also etched into history's frozen tapestry. Dr. Atkinson's frostbitten hand being bound up by Evans during Scott's Antarctic expedition exemplifies both bravery and sacrifice in their quest for discovery. From polar explorations to wartime battlegrounds, soldiers have fallen victim to frostbite throughout history. Gallipoli bears witness to brave men enduring unimaginable pain while fighting for their countries' causes during World War I. Yet amidst these tales of suffering lies hope and compassion. Petty Officer Evans tenderly binding Dr. Atkinson's injured hand showcases humanity at its finest - offering solace amidst desolation. As we reflect upon these images captured through time - whether it be Herbert Ponting's poignant photograph or lithographs depicting gallant gentlemen - we are reminded not only of physical wounds but also emotional scars borne by survivors like those who arrived in New York after escaping the clutches of tragedy aboard RMS Titanic. Frostbite remains an enduring symbol; one that reminds us of the fragility of life and the strength that lies within us.