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Lincoln Ellsworth and pilot making preparations
Lincoln Ellsworth (left) and Herbert Hollick-Kenyon (right), his pilot, making preparations for their trans-Antarctic flight from Dundee Island in an aeroplane Polar Star, flying 2000 miles across the Antarctic to the Bay of Whales, on the Ross Sea. The Antarctic flight stopped prematurely, due to fuel shortages, and had to be rescued by British Royal research ship Discovery II, they were found after seven weeks, 420 miles away, at Little America. Date: 1935
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Antarctic Aviator Ellsworth Exploration Explorer Exploring Failure Herbert Kenyon Lincoln Missing Mission Months Pilot Polar Rescue Rescued Researcher Search Trans Wireless 1935 1936 January
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In this photograph, polar explorers Lincoln Ellsworth (left) and Herbert Hollick-Kenyon (right) are seen making meticulous preparations for their historic trans-Antarctic flight from Dundee Island in the aeroplane "Polar Star." Their daring mission aimed to cover a distance of 2000 miles across the unforgiving Antarctic terrain, with the ultimate goal of reaching the Bay of Whales on the Ross Sea. The year was 1935, and the spirit of adventure was at an all-time high. Ellsworth, a renowned American explorer, and Hollick-Kenyon, a skilled British pilot, were determined to push the boundaries of human exploration. Their ambitious plan was to fly over the Antarctic ice sheet, providing invaluable data on the geography and topography of the region. However, their journey was not without challenges. The harsh Antarctic conditions tested their resolve, and their mission was cut short due to fuel shortages. After seven long weeks, they were forced to make an emergency landing and await rescue. Their plight captured the world's attention, and the British Royal Research Ship Discovery II was dispatched to locate and rescue the stranded explorers. The search party found them 420 miles away from their intended destination, at Little America. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the indomitable human spirit and the determination to explore the unknown. The story of Ellsworth and Hollick-Kenyon's failed trans-Antarctic flight is an important chapter in the history of polar exploration, one that continues to inspire and captivate generations. This image is a historical record of a significant event in the annals of polar exploration. It is not to be used for commercial purposes and is available for rights-managed licensing only through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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