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The British Antarctic Expedition, some Officers of the "Discovery"(b / w photo)
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The British Antarctic Expedition, some Officers of the "Discovery"(b / w photo)
1629033 The British Antarctic Expedition, some Officers of the " Discovery" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Antarctic Expedition, some Officers of the " Discovery". Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 August 1901.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23536922
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
British Antarctic Expedition Chief Engineer Command Fellow Officers Polar Exploration Robert Falcon Scott Royal Society Royal Naval Reserve
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This print captures a historic moment from "The British Antarctic Expedition" featuring some of the brave officers aboard the ship "Discovery". The image, taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, showcases a group of distinguished individuals who played vital roles in this groundbreaking expedition. Among those depicted are Captain R. F. Scott, Lieutenant Royds, and Lieutenant Barne from the Royal Navy and Royal Naval Reserve. Also present are members of the scientific staff, including the chief engineer, fellow explorers, and navigating officer. This diverse team was united by their shared passion for polar exploration. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of these remarkable men but also in its connection to The Illustrated London News publication on August 17th, 1901. It served as an illustration accompanying an article about this extraordinary British Antarctic Expedition. Led by Robert Falcon Scott with E. H. Shackleton as part of his command team along with Dr. Koettlitz and Mr. G Murray among others; this expedition aimed to push boundaries and expand our understanding of Antarctica's icy landscapes. As we gaze upon this image from Fine Art Finder's private collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we can't help but feel awe-inspired by these courageous individuals who ventured into uncharted territories for scientific discovery and exploration purposes. Their legacy lives on through photographs like these that continue to captivate audiences worldwide with tales of bravery amidst extreme conditions.
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