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Henry Grinnell, illustration from Henry Grinnell (1799-1874)
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Henry Grinnell, illustration from Henry Grinnell (1799-1874)
931468 Henry Grinnell, illustration from Henry Grinnell (1799-1874); The second Grinnell Expedition in Search of Sir John Franklin... 1856 (litho)
by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Grinnell (born February 18, 1799 in New Bedford, Massachusetts - June 30, 1874) was an American merchant and philanthropist.
The Second Grinnell Expedition of 1853 was an American effort, financed by Henry Grinnell, to determine the fate of the Franklins lost expedition. Led by Dr. Elisha Kane, the team explored areas northwest of Greenland, now called Grinnell Land. While failing to determine the fate of Sir John Franklin, the expedition set a new record for northward penetration, delineated 960 mi (1, 540 km) of unexplored coastline north of 82A latitude, and discovered the long-sought open Polar Sea. Kane collected valuable geographical, climate and magnetic observations before abandoning the brig Advance to the pack ice in 1855. While three members of the crew were lost, the epic journey of the survivors inspired the public as a vivid tale of Arctic survival.); The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22249152
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This print showcases Henry Grinnell, an influential figure in American history. Born on February 18,1799, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Grinnell was not only a successful merchant but also a generous philanthropist. The illustration depicts him during the Second Grinnell Expedition of 1853, which he financed with the aim of uncovering the fate of Sir John Franklin's lost expedition. Led by Dr. Elisha Kane, this American endeavor ventured into uncharted territories northwest of Greenland and later became known as Grinnell Land. Although they were unable to determine what happened to Sir John Franklin and his crew, the expedition achieved remarkable milestones. They set a new record for northward penetration and discovered the long-sought open Polar Sea. Additionally, they meticulously mapped out approximately 960 miles (1,540 kilometers) of previously unexplored coastline beyond the latitude of 82 degrees. Despite facing numerous challenges along their journey and losing three crew members when abandoning their ship due to pack ice in 1855, the survivors' epic tale inspired people worldwide as a testament to Arctic survival. This lithograph from the private collection captures both Henry Grinnell's determination and his significant contributions to geographical exploration. It serves as a reminder of his unwavering commitment to unraveling mysteries while leaving an indelible mark on America's maritime history.
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