Port Lockroy Antarctic base C013 / 7501
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Port Lockroy Antarctic base C013 / 7501
Port Lockroy Antarctic base. Dining room at 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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Media ID 9199515
© PETER J. RAYMOND/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Antarctic Peninsula Antarctica British Antarctic Territory Building Coast Coastal Dining Room Environmental Science Home House Inside Interior Museum Port Lockroy Post Office Remote Research Station Whaling Station Natural Harbour Renovated
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This print showcases the historic Port Lockroy Antarctic base, specifically capturing its charming dining room. Located in the British Antarctic Territory on the Antarctic Peninsula, Port Lockroy holds a rich history as it served as a whaling station from 1911 to 1931 and played a crucial role during World War II for British military operations. Following this, it functioned as a British research station until 1962. In 1996, an extensive renovation transformed Port Lockroy into a remarkable museum and post office operated by the United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust. This unique establishment allows visitors to immerse themselves in the fascinating environmental science of Antarctica while also providing postal services amidst such remote surroundings. Peter J. Raymond's exceptional photography captures the essence of this interior space within Port Lockroy's base, revealing its cozy ambiance and rustic charm. The image portrays not only a dining room but also symbolizes resilience and human presence in one of Earth's most extreme environments. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of humanity's enduring spirit and our commitment to understanding and preserving our planet's delicate ecosystems. It serves as both an homage to past explorations and an inspiration for future scientific endeavors in Antarctica—an invaluable treasure preserved by Science Photo Library for all to appreciate.
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