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The Greely Arctic Expedition at its farthest point North, 18
Engraving showing members of the American Meteorological Expedition of 1881-4 taking their position, with a sextant, at the farthest point North they reached. Led by Lt. Greely, the American Meteorological Expedition of 1881-4 explored the Arctic around Greenland, set a new furthest North record and attempted to establish a meteorological station. Two relief ships failed to reach Greely and by the time the third arrived, all but six of the expedition had starved to death
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1881 1884 Arctic Arrived Attempted Establish Explored Failed Furthest Greenland Members Meteorological Point Position Reach Reached Record Sextant Taking Farthest Starved
22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the thrilling history of polar exploration with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "The Greely Arctic Expedition at its farthest point North." This captivating engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to 1881-84 as members of the American Meteorological Expedition bravely take their position, armed with a sextant, at the most northerly reach of their groundbreaking journey. Led by Lieutenant Adolphus Greely, this intrepid team faced extreme conditions and hardships in their quest for scientific discovery. Bring this piece of historical adventure into your home or office and relive the spirit of exploration with every glance.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving captures a poignant moment from the American Meteorological Expedition of 1881-1884, led by Lieutenant Adolphus Greely, at their farthest point North. The team, consisting of intrepid explorers and scientists, had set out to explore the Arctic region around Greenland, with the ambitious goal of establishing a meteorological station and setting a new record for the furthest North reach. In this image, members of the team are seen taking their positions to record time and take sextant readings, their determination evident in their focused expressions. The harsh Arctic landscape stretches out behind them, a desolate and unforgiving expanse of ice and snow. Despite their achievements, the expedition faced numerous challenges. Two relief ships sent to bring supplies failed to reach them, leaving the team stranded and struggling to survive. By the time the third relief ship arrived, only six members remained alive, having succumbed to starvation and exposure. This historical engraving serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of scientific discovery and the unforgiving nature of the Arctic environment. The American Meteorological Expedition of 1881-1884, led by Lt. Greely, reached a new record of 83 degrees 42 minutes North, a feat that would not be surpassed until 1944. The tragic outcome of the expedition underscores the importance of proper planning, preparation, and support in the face of extreme conditions.
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