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Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures, 1916 (card)
7295708 Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures, 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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This print captures Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, diligently taking sea temperatures aboard a vessel in 1916. In this snapshot from the early 20th century, Drake can be seen holding up a thermometer on the deck of the ship as he carries out his important meteorological work.
The image is part of a series of Players cigarette cards focused on Polar Exploration, highlighting the crucial role that meteorological observations played in navigation during expeditions to remote and challenging environments like Antarctica. The Wind and Current charts relied heavily on these records to ensure safe passage through treacherous waters.
Drake's dedication to his duties as both secretary and meteorologist is evident in this moment frozen in time. His contribution to maritime exploration was instrumental in advancing our understanding of weather patterns at sea.
As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are reminded of the bravery and expertise required for such endeavors, as well as the vital importance of accurate meteorological data for sailors and explorers alike. Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake stands as a testament to the unsung heroes who helped pave the way for future generations of navigators.
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