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Eira Arctic Expedition
673473 Eira Arctic Expedition; (add.info.: Eira Arctic Expedition, In 1884 Sir Allen Young was commissioned to take the steamship Hope in search of Benjamin Leigh Smith's expedition missing in Franz Josef Land, He successfully located the expeditioners early in August, to learn that their vessel Eira had been crushed by ice and sunk on 21 August 1883); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38314850
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1883 Benjamin Leigh Smith Extreme Terrain Franz Josef Land Frozen Hope Medium Group Of People Physical Geography Polar Climate Sailing Ship
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This print captures a moment in history during the Eira Arctic Expedition of 1884. Led by Sir Allen Young, this expedition was commissioned to search for Benjamin Leigh Smith's missing crew in Franz Josef Land. The steamship Hope sailed through extreme terrain and harsh conditions, braving the cold and ice of the polar climate.
In early August, Sir Allen Young successfully located the expeditioners, only to discover that their vessel, Eira, had been crushed by ice and sunk almost a year prior. Despite facing such adversity, these brave men continued their exploration and discovery in the unforgiving Arctic landscape.
The image shows a medium group of men standing on frozen ground near their sailing ship, highlighting the physical challenges they faced during this historic journey. The sense of adventure and determination is palpable as they navigate through uncharted territory with hope guiding their way.
This illustration from the 19th century serves as a reminder of the incredible feats achieved by explorers like Sir Allen Young and Benjamin Leigh Smith. It immortalizes their courage and resilience in the face of nature's harshest elements, making it a truly remarkable piece of historical art captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder.
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