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Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures (Reverse), 1916 (card)
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Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures (Reverse), 1916 (card)
7295709 Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures (Reverse), 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: No 5. from Players cigarette cards, second series of 25, Polar Exploration'. Front: Drake on the deck of a vessel holding up a thermometer. Title: Player's Cigarettes, TAKING SEA TEMPERATURES. Reverse: Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures. The meteorological work is of the utmost importance to navigators. The Wind and Currant charts are prepared from the records of observations.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, diligently taking sea temperatures aboard a vessel in 1916. The image showcases the vital role of meteorological work in navigation, with Drake meticulously recording observations to prepare wind and current charts essential for safe passage at sea.
In this snapshot from the early 20th century, we see Drake on deck holding up a thermometer against the backdrop of the open ocean. His focused expression and precise movements highlight the dedication required for accurate data collection in challenging maritime conditions.
The reverse side of this card provides additional context, emphasizing the significance of meteorological research for explorers and navigators alike. As part of a series on Polar Exploration by Players cigarette cards, this particular image sheds light on the scientific endeavors undertaken during expeditions to remote regions like Antarctica.
Through this historical artifact preserved at the National Maritime Museum in London, we are reminded of the pioneering spirit and meticulous attention to detail that characterized early 20th-century exploration efforts. Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake's contributions as both secretary and ship's meteorologist serve as a testament to the interdisciplinary nature of maritime science during this era.
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