How Captain Scott is attacking the South Pole
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How Captain Scott is attacking the South Pole
Double page spread from The Sphere, showing a map of Antarctica along with the route of Captain Scott and his team of ponies, dogs and men in their attempt to be the first to reach the South Pole. At bottom right in the McMurdo Sound can be seen Scotts ship, the Terra Nova and the hut established close by. Captain Scotts plan, as told by himself, is printed on the left hand side of the map. Date: 1911
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Antarctica Diagram Discovery Endurance Exploration Explore Explorers Glacier Nova Plan Polar Pole Ponies Route Scott Sound Sphere Terra Mcmurdo
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Boldly Setting Foot on the Frozen Frontier: Captain Robert Falcon Scott's Heroic Quest to Reach the South Pole (1911) In this double-page spread from The Sphere, we witness the daring journey of Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his intrepid team as they embarked on an historic mission to be the first humans to reach the geographic South Pole. The map at the heart of the image illustrates the treacherous terrain they would face, with their route marked out in meticulous detail. The team, consisting of ponies, dogs, and men, braved the harsh Antarctic conditions, their progress charted against the backdrop of the icy continent. At the bottom right, the McMurdo Sound is visible, with Scott's ship, the Terra Nova, anchored nearby, and the team's hut established close by. The plan of their expedition, as outlined by Scott himself, is printed on the left-hand side of the map. The diagram reveals the team's ambitious route, which would take them across the Ross Ice Shelf, up the Beardmore Glacier, and finally to the pole. The team's determination was unwavering, despite the immense challenges they faced. The unforgiving landscape, the extreme cold, and the ever-present threat of frostbite and starvation tested their resolve at every turn. Yet, they pressed on, driven by the spirit of discovery and the thirst for knowledge that had fueled polar exploration since the days of the great Vikings. This evocative image serves as a poignant reminder of the indomitable human spirit and our innate desire to explore the unknown. Despite the ultimate tragic outcome of Scott's expedition, their courage and determination continue to inspire generations of explorers and adventurers. Date: 1911. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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