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Deep-Water Temperature. Up with the Thermometer. 12 July, 1894, 1894 (1897)
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Deep-Water Temperature. Up with the Thermometer. 12 July, 1894, 1894 (1897)
Deep-Water Temperature. Up with the Thermometer. 12 July, 1894, 1894 (1897). From Farthest North, Vol. 1 by Fridtjof Nansen. [Archibald Constable and Company, London, 1897]
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Archibald Constable Archibald Constable And Company Archibald David Archibald David Constable Arctic Cold Constable Dais Deep Expedition Exploration Explorer Farthest North Fram Expedition Fridtjof Fridtjof Nansen Measurement Nansen Norway Norwegian Observation Observation Post Platform Sled Sledge Temperature Thermometer
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This print captures a moment of exploration and scientific observation in the Arctic. Taken on 12 July, 1894, during Fridtjof Nansen's famous Fram Expedition, it showcases two men braving the extreme cold to measure deep-water temperature. The Norwegian explorer Nansen himself is depicted alongside another man on a sled platform equipped with instruments. The image exudes a sense of adventure and determination as these brave souls venture into uncharted territory. The frozen landscape stretches out behind them, emphasizing the harsh conditions they face in their quest for knowledge. Their clothing and equipment serve as reminders of the challenges they must overcome to gather valuable data about this remote region. This photograph not only documents an important scientific endeavor but also offers a glimpse into the transportation methods used during that era. The sled platform serves as both means of transport across treacherous terrain and a stable base for conducting measurements. As we admire this historical snapshot, we are reminded of the courage and curiosity that drive human exploration. It stands as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of understanding our world, even in its most inhospitable corners.
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