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Endurance at midwinter, 1915




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Endurance at midwinter, 1915

Photographer:Hurley, Frank (1885-1962)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, 1914-17. Leader: Ernest Shackleton
Date:1915
Endurance at midwinter, 1915

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Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)

Discover the thrilling history of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features "Endurance at Midwinter, 1915" by Frank Hurley, a photograph taken during the expedition led by Ernest Shackleton. Hurley's powerful image captures the unyielding spirit of the crew as they braved the harsh Antarctic winter aboard the Endurance, making it a perfect challenge for puzzle enthusiasts. Travel back in time and immerse yourself in the heroic story of survival and perseverance with this stunning jigsaw puzzle from the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge.

Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")

Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion

Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 37.2cm (11.5" x 14.6")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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This evocative photograph, titled "Endurance at Midwinter, 1915," captures the frozen and forlorn state of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition's ship, Endurance, during its entrapment in the pack ice. Taken by the expedition's official photographer, Frank Hurley (1885-1962), at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge, this image is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by Sir Ernest Shackleton and his team during their ill-fated attempt to cross the Antarctic continent from sea to sea. The Endurance, a sturdy ship designed for the icy conditions, had become trapped in the pack ice off the coast of the frozen continent in late 1914. As the ice continued to press against the vessel, the crew was eventually forced to abandon ship in April 1916. They spent months enduring the extreme conditions of the Antarctic, eventually setting sail in lifeboats for the uninhabited Elephant Island. Despite the hardships, the crew's morale remained high, and they managed to survive through their ingenuity and determination. Hurley's photograph, taken during the long, dark Antarctic winter of 1915, provides a glimpse into the desolate and isolated existence of the stranded explorers. The Endurance, once a symbol of human ambition and exploration, now lies helplessly encased in the ice, a stark reminder of the power of nature and the indomitable spirit of those who faced its challenges. This photograph, a testament to Hurley's skill as a photographer and his ability to capture the essence of the expedition, is a valuable historical record of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition and a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure even in the most inhospitable of environments.

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