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An Ice Cave in the Winter, c1908, (1909)
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An Ice Cave in the Winter, c1908, (1909)
An Ice Cave in the Winter, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic. During the second expedition, 1907-1909, he and three companions established a new record, Farthest South latitude at 88° S, only 97 geographical miles (112 statute miles, or 180 km) from the South Pole, the largest advance to the pole in exploration history. Members of his team also climbed Mount Erebus, the most active volcano in the Antarctic. Shackleton was knighted by King Edward VII for these achievements. He died during his third and last oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition, aged 47. Illustration from The Heart of the Antarctic, Vol. I, by E. H. Shackleton, C.V.O. [William Heinemann, London, 1909]
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This print captures the ethereal beauty of an ice cave in the winter, taken around 1908 by Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton during his second expedition to the Antarctic. Shackleton, a renowned adventurer, made significant contributions to exploration history with his daring expeditions. In this particular journey, he and three companions set a new record for Farthest South latitude at 88° S, coming within a mere 97 geographical miles of reaching the elusive South Pole. The image showcases the mesmerizing allure of Antarctica's icy landscapes as icicles hang delicately from the ceiling of the cave. The monochrome tones enhance its wintry atmosphere, evoking a sense of coldness that permeates every inch of this frozen realm. It is worth noting that members of Shackleton's team also conquered Mount Erebus, one of Antarctica's most active volcanoes. Ernest Shackleton was honored for his remarkable achievements when he was knighted by King Edward VII. However, tragedy struck during his third and final oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition when he passed away at just 47 years old. This illustration comes from "The Heart of the Antarctic". Volume I—a publication authored by E. H. Shackleton himself—which provides a glimpse into his extraordinary adventures. Preserved through time, this photograph serves as both a testament to human resilience in extreme environments and an enduring tribute to one man's unwavering spirit of exploration.
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