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Passage through the ice, June 1818. After a coloured aquatint from Sir John Rosss Voyage of Discovery, 1819. Admiral Sir John Ross, 1777 - 1856. British naval officer and Arctic explorer. From British Polar Explorers, published 1943
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Passage through the ice, June 1818. After a coloured aquatint from Sir John Rosss Voyage of Discovery, 1819. Admiral Sir John Ross, 1777 - 1856. British naval officer and Arctic explorer. From British Polar Explorers, published 1943
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This print captures the treacherous journey of Admiral Sir John Ross, a renowned British naval officer and Arctic explorer. Taken from a colored aquatint in his famous book "Voyage of Discovery" published in 1819, this image depicts the awe-inspiring passage through ice encountered by Ross and his crew in June 1818. As one gazes at this historical illustration, it is impossible not to be struck by the sheer magnitude of the icy landscape that surrounds Ross's ship. Towering icebergs loom ominously on either side, their jagged edges reflecting an ethereal blue hue against the pale sky. The vessel sails cautiously through narrow channels amidst floating chunks of ice, evoking a sense of both danger and wonder. In an era when polar exploration was fraught with uncertainty and peril, this image serves as a testament to the bravery and determination exhibited by explorers like Sir John Ross. It offers us a glimpse into their relentless pursuit of knowledge about uncharted regions and their unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries. Published in 1943 as part of "British Polar Explorers" this archival photograph transports us back to the early nineteenth century when intrepid individuals embarked on daring expeditions into unknown territories. It reminds us of our shared human fascination with discovery and underscores the importance of preserving history for future generations.
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