Gerlache Collection

Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Lieut Adrien de Gerlache Buried in the Ice
The BELGICA, commander Lieut Adrien de Gerlache : lieut Danco, dead by heart attack, is buried in the ice Date: circa 1900

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Antarctica, Sunshine lights rounded iceberg floating in Gerlache Strait near Brabant Island along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Sunshine lights rounded iceberg floating in Gerlache Strait near Brabant Island along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Sunshine lights arched iceberg floating in Gerlache Strait near Brabant Island along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Sunshine lights arched iceberg floating in Gerlache Strait near Brabant Island along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Morning sun lights iceberg floating near Enterprise Island along Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icicles hang from iceberg near Enterprise Island in Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icicles hang from iceberg floating near Enterprise Island in Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula at dawn. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icicles hang from iceberg floating near Enterprise Island along Gerlache Strait along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icicles hang from iceberg floating near Enterprise Island along Gerlache Strait along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icicles hang from iceberg floating near Enterprise Island along Gerlache Strait along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icicles hang from arched iceberg floating near Enterprise Island in Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula at dawn. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Icebergs floating near Enterprise Island in Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Iceberg framed in arch of another near Enterprise Island in Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Iceberg floating near Enterprise Island in Wilhelmina Bay along Antarctic Peninsula at sunrise. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Cruise ship motoring past glacier-covered mountains on Anvers Island along Gerlache Strait. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Cruise ship motoring past glacier-covered mountains on Anvers Island along Gerlache Strait. Date: 04/02/2010

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Antarctica, Challenger Island, Morning sun lights iceberg floating near Gerlache Strait along Antarctic Peninsula Date: 19/02/2005

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Antarctica, Icebergs floating in Gerlache Strait in morning sunshine along Antarctic Peninsula Date: 19/02/2005

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Far East Coast of Antarctica, Cooperation Sea. Orca Whales (Orcinus orca) surface to breathe and expel water through blowholes at sunset. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctic Peninsula, Gerlache Strait. A pod of Humbpack whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) swimming side by side. Date: 11/09/2007

Belgica / Expedition Crew
The Belgica expedition which gathered many geological samples. The expedition members with Adrien de Gerlache, the Commander, on the far left

Neko Harbor, Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

A cruise ship anchored in Neko Harbor, Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Antarctica. Antarctic Peninsula. Charlotte Bay
Antarctica. Charlotte Bay. Giant iceberg with a hole in the middle of it

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Dispersion of light in an iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Dispersion of light in an iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Dispersion of light in an iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Dispersion of light in an iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Dispersion of light in an iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Dispersion of light in an iceberg in the Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait - North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

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Iceberg - dispersion of light - Lemaire Channel along the coast Dango - Lemaire Channel is a branch of the Gerlache Strait. North west of the Antarctic Peninsula Date:

Gentoo penguins, Neko Harbor, Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Seal on the small iceberg on foreground, Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Belgica / Gerlache
The Belgica expedition which gathered many geological samples. De Gerlache on the bridge of the Belgica

Adrien De Gerlache
ADRIEN DE GERLACHE Belgian sailor and explorer, sailed the Belgica into the Antarctic, made several subsequent expeditions

Belgica / In the Ice
The BELGICA, commander Lieut. Adrien de Gerlache, among the Antarctic ice

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Gerlache: A Frozen Passage to the Ends of the Earth Welcome to Gerlache Strait, a breathtaking waterway nestled in the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. As you embark on an unforgettable journey through this icy wonderland, prepare to be captivated by its pristine beauty and awe-inspiring landscapes. Named after Lieutenant Adrien de Gerlache, a Belgian explorer who led the first scientific expedition to Antarctica in 1897, Gerlache Strait serves as a gateway to one of the most remote and untouched regions on our planet. This frozen passage connects numerous islands and channels along the western coast of Antarctica, offering a mesmerizing route for intrepid adventurers seeking unparalleled natural wonders. As you sail through these polar regions aboard DDE-90024033 or any other vessel that dares venture into this unforgiving terrain, be prepared for encounters with majestic icebergs towering above your ship like frozen giants. These colossal formations are nature's sculptures, showcasing shades of blue that seem almost surreal against the white backdrop. While exploring Gerlache Strait and its surroundings, keep an eye out for wildlife that calls this frigid paradise home. Penguins waddle across ice floes with their comical gracefulness while seals bask lazily under the Antarctic sun. If luck is on your side, you might even spot whales breaching from beneath icy depths – a truly humbling experience. But amidst all this natural splendor lies a poignant reminder of human exploration's sacrifices. Lieutenant Adrien de Gerlache himself rests buried in eternal ice nearby – his legacy forever intertwined with these lands he so bravely ventured into over a century ago. So let yourself be swept away by Gerlache's enchanting allure as you navigate through DDE-90024032 or any other vessel carrying curious souls like yours. Immerse yourself in Antarctica's ethereal beauty and marvel at its untouched wilderness – an experience that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.