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The Terra Nova (1884) held up in the pack ice, 1910 (b/w photo)
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The Terra Nova (1884) held up in the pack ice, 1910 (b/w photo)
7295698 The Terra Nova (1884) held up in the pack ice, 1910 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); 11.6x16.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: A starboard bow view of the discovery barque-rigged ship Terra Nova (1884) trapped in the Ross Sea pack ice on its way to Ross Island. The jibs and upper courses of sails are set on the fore and main masts but hanging limply. The hull is partially obscured by the height of some of the pack ice hummocks.
The print has a typed caption: The Terra Nova held up in the Pack. Dec. 13th 1910.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38288208
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Antarctic Antarctica Excursion Explore Herbert Ponting Ice Berg Ice Bergs Ice Field Ice Floe Iceberg Icebergs South Polar South Pole 1900 1910 Years 10 10s 1910 1919 Years 10 10s Herbert George Ponting Without Anyone Years 1910 Years 10 Years Ten
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The print of The Terra Nova (1884) held up in the pack ice, taken in 1910 by Herbert Ponting, captures a hauntingly beautiful moment in Antarctic exploration. The image shows the barque-rigged ship trapped in the Ross Sea pack ice on its way to Ross Island, with its jibs and upper courses of sails hanging limply. The hull is partially obscured by towering pack ice hummocks, creating a sense of isolation and vulnerability.
This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by early 20th-century explorers as they ventured into uncharted territories in search of discovery. The stark black and white contrast enhances the dramatic nature of the scene, emphasizing the harsh conditions these brave individuals endured.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to an era when exploration was synonymous with danger and uncertainty. The sheer magnitude of the icy landscape conveys both awe and trepidation, highlighting the resilience and determination required to navigate such unforgiving terrain.
The Terra Nova's struggle against nature's icy grip is frozen in time for us to contemplate and appreciate. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in the face of adversity, serving as a poignant symbol of our enduring quest for knowledge and understanding.
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