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Working the pram (rowing boat) through pack ice to hunt penguins. December 1910
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Working the pram (rowing boat) through pack ice to hunt penguins. December 1910
Photographer:Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13
Date:1910
Working the pram (rowing boat) through pack ice to hunt penguins. December 1910
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In this print taken by Herbert Ponting in December 1910, we are transported back to the British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13. The image showcases a daring and perilous adventure as men work diligently to navigate their pram, or rowing boat, through treacherous pack ice in pursuit of penguins. The scene is set amidst a vast expanse of icy terrain, with towering ice formations creating an otherworldly backdrop. The sheer magnitude and beauty of the polar landscape is juxtaposed against the determined figures battling nature's obstacles. Their mission? To hunt penguins - not for commercial use but perhaps for scientific study or sustenance during their arduous expedition. Ponting skillfully captures the intensity of the moment; his lens freezes time as we witness these brave explorers maneuvering their small vessel through narrow channels between massive chunks of ice. Each stroke of the oars brings them closer to their elusive prey while simultaneously highlighting their unwavering determination and teamwork. This photograph serves as a testament to both human resilience and our insatiable curiosity about uncharted territories. It encapsulates the spirit of exploration that characterized early expeditions into Antarctica, where every endeavor was fraught with danger yet fueled by an unyielding thirst for discovery. Preserved at Scott Polar Research Institute at University of Cambridge, this remarkable image allows us to glimpse into a pivotal moment in history when intrepid individuals pushed boundaries and expanded our understanding of one of Earth's most inhospitable regions. As we contemplate this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but marvel at both the bravery displayed by these adventurers and Ponting's ability to capture such raw emotion within a single frame.
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