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Assistance Bay, 24th February 1851, The Coldest Day. Mercury Frozen
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Assistance Bay, 24th February 1851, The Coldest Day. Mercury Frozen
931434 Assistance Bay, 24th February 1851, The Coldest Day. Mercury Frozen, illustration from Voyage to Baffins Bay and Barrow Straits... 1852 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Voyage to Baffins Bay and Barrow Straits 1850-51 in search of HMS Erebus and terror commanded by Mr William Perry using HMS Lady Franklin and Sophia
); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23502298
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Arctic Assistance Barrow Bright Crew Erebus Explorers Frozen Intrepid Lady Franklin Mercury Mission North North West Operation Passage Perry Pole Rescue Search Searching Sophia Straits Sunshine William Coldest Travellers
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Assistance Bay, 24th February 1851 - A Glimpse into the Coldest Day in History
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. This print takes us back to a momentous day in history - the 24th of February, 1851. The image captures the sheer intensity of this freezing day with an illustration from "Voyage to Baffins Bay and Barrow Straits. . . 1852". Hand-coloured engraving by English School, it showcases a scene that is both awe-inspiring and chilling. In this snapshot of time, we witness a group of intrepid explorers braving the harsh Arctic conditions. They are aboard HMS Lady Franklin and Sophia, commanded by Mr William Perry. As they navigate through Assistance Bay on their mission to search for HMS Erebus and Terror, something extraordinary unfolds before them - mercury frozen solid! The frozen mercury serves as a testament to the extreme cold these brave men faced during their voyage. Despite such challenging circumstances, there is still an air of resilience and determination among them. In this frozen landscape, they find solace in leisurely activities like playing games on board their ships. As we gaze at this remarkable engraving from the Stapleton Collection, we can't help but marvel at the bravery and spirit of exploration exhibited by these British adventurers. This image not only captures a historical moment but also invites us to reflect on humanity's relentless pursuit of discovery. With its vibrant colors contrasting against icy surroundings under bright sunshine, this artwork transports us back to an era when exploration was synonymous with courage and adventure. It reminds us that even amidst adversity, human curiosity knows no bounds.
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