Port Lockroy Antarctic base C013 / 7500
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Port Lockroy Antarctic base C013 / 7500
Port Lockroy Antarctic base. View over the British Antarctic base at Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Territory, Antarctic Peninsula. Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Base. Port Lockroy is a natural harbour on the Antarctic Peninsula. It was used for whaling between 1911 and 1931 and British military operations during World War II. It then continued to operate as a British research station until 1962. In 1996 Port Lockroy was renovated and is now a museum and post office operated by the United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust
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© PETER J. RAYMOND/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Antarctic Peninsula Antarctica British Antarctic Territory Building Buildings Cliff Cliffs Coast Coastal Cold Environmental Science Frozen Museum Port Lockroy Post Office Remote Research Station Southern Ocean Whaling Station Natural Harbour Renovated
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This print captures the breathtaking beauty of Port Lockroy Antarctic base, situated in the British Antarctic Territory. The image showcases a stunning view over the base, nestled amidst the icy and remote landscape of the Antarctic Peninsula. Port Lockroy has a rich history, once serving as a whaling station from 1911 to 1931 and later being utilized for British military operations during World War II. Following this, it functioned as a British research station until 1962. In 1996, thanks to extensive renovations by the United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust, Port Lockroy was transformed into an extraordinary museum and post office. The photograph portrays the rugged charm of this natural harbor against a backdrop of towering cliffs and frigid waters of the Southern Ocean. The buildings within Port Lockroy stand resiliently amidst their icy surroundings, symbolizing human perseverance in one of Earth's most extreme environments. With its unique blend of historical significance and awe-inspiring scenery, Port Lockroy is not only an important site for environmental science but also serves as a testament to mankind's exploration and dedication to understanding our planet's diverse ecosystems. Peter J. Raymond's remarkable capture truly encapsulates both the harshness and ethereal allure that define Antarctica—a frozen wonderland where nature reigns supreme.
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