The spot where Captain Scott lies buried
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The spot where Captain Scott lies buried
A cross placed on top of a large cairn of snow marking the resting place of Captain Scott, Dr Wilson and Lieutenant Bowers, who died on the return from their unsuccessful attempt to be the first to reach the South Pole in 1912. The snow is trampled with the numerous footprints of the relief party and in the background is the wide level horizon of the Barrier
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Antarctic Antarctica Barrier Bowers Burial Buried Cairn Exploration Explorers Grave Graves Lies Lieutenant Polar Pole Resting Scott Wilson
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This poignant image captures the spot where the brave explorers, Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Dr. Edgar Evans, and Lieutenant Edward G. Bowers, are buried after their tragic and unsuccessful attempt to reach the South Pole in 1912. The trio, part of the British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, perished just eleven miles away from their goal, falling victim to the harsh and unforgiving Antarctic conditions. The large cairn of snow, topped with a cross, serves as a solemn memorial to these intrepid explorers. The footprints leading up to the cross bear witness to the numerous visits paid by subsequent relief parties, paying their respects to the fallen heroes. The wide, level horizon of the Barrier, stretching out in the background, underscores the vastness and isolation of the Antarctic landscape. The desolate beauty of the scene is a stark reminder of the immense challenges faced by those who dared to explore the unknown. This historical image, taken in the early 20th century, holds immense significance in the annals of polar exploration. It serves as a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of knowledge and discovery. The graves of Captain Scott, Dr. Wilson, and Lieutenant Bowers remain a poignant reminder of their heroism and the harsh realities of polar exploration in the early 1900s.
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