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HMS Alert pushed aground by ice, Radmore Harbour, 1875-187


HMS Alert pushed aground by ice, Radmore Harbour, 1875-187


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HMS Alert pushed aground by ice, Radmore Harbour, 1875-187

Engraving showing HMS Alert as she was pushed ashore by the pressure of the ice surrounding her at Radmore Harbour, Kennedy Channel during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. In the summer of 1875 the British Admiralty sent Captain George Nares with two ships, HMS Alert and HMS Discovery, to make an attempt to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound. Although the attempt was unsuccessful, a new furthest North record was set, the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island were charted and much scientific data gathered

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This historical engraving captures a pivotal moment during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. The image showcases HMS Alert, one of two ships sent by the British Admiralty under Captain George Nares to attempt reaching the North Pole via Smith Sound. However, their ambitious endeavor was met with formidable challenges as depicted in this print. In Radmore Harbour, Kennedy Channel, HMS Alert is seen being pushed aground by the immense pressure exerted by surrounding ice. Despite their unsuccessful attempt to reach the pole, this expedition achieved significant milestones. Notably, they set a new furthest North record and successfully charted the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island. The importance of this event extends beyond geographical exploration; it also marked a triumph for scientific research. Throughout their journey, valuable data was gathered and documented by the crew members aboard both ships. This engraving serves as a testament to human determination and resilience in the face of nature's harsh forces. It encapsulates an important chapter in British maritime history and reminds us of our relentless pursuit for knowledge and discovery in even the most unforgiving environments.

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