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Selkirk Abandoned
ALEXANDER SELKIRK is marooned on Juan Fernandez by the Cinque Ports galley, and remains there for 4 years and 4 months till rescued 12 February 1709 by the Duke
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1676 1709 1721 Abandoned Alexander Fernandez Galley Juan Marooned Months Rescued Selkirk Till Years
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the moment of despair and isolation experienced by the Scottish castaway Alexander Selkirk, as he is left abandoned on the shores of Juan Fernandez Island in 1704. Selkirk, born in 1676, was a sailor serving on the Cinque Ports galley when a mutiny ensued. The crew, fearing the wrath of their captain, decided to maroon Selkirk on the island as a scapegoat. Selkirk's four-year and four-month ordeal on the island is a testament to human endurance and survival. He was left with only a few tools and supplies, and was forced to rely on his wits and resourcefulness to survive. Selkirk's experiences on the island influenced Daniel Defoe's novel "Robinson Crusoe," which was published in 1719, and popularized the idea of the solitary castaway in literature. The image shows Selkirk standing on the rocky shore, looking out to sea with a desolate expression on his face. The Cinque Ports galley can be seen in the background, a reminder of the life he left behind. The rugged terrain and barren landscape of the island reflect the harsh realities of Selkirk's existence. On February 12, 1709, Selkirk's fortunes changed when a British ship, the Duke, arrived on the island to rescue him. Selkirk's story of survival and resilience became a legend, inspiring generations of readers and adventurers. This photograph, taken in 1721, serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the power of determination in the face of adversity.
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