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Captain Oates Dies
The young Captain Oates leaves Captain Scotts tent in a blizzard on the return trip from the South Pole and is never seen again
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Antarctic Blizzard Dies Exploration Oates Polar Pole Return Scott Tent Tragedy Trip
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the heroic tale of Antarctic exploration with our Fine Art Print of Captain Oates Dies, an iconic image from the harrowing journey of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the determination and sacrifice of Captain Oates as he leaves Captain Scott's tent in the blizzard, never to be seen again. Add this inspiring piece of history to your home or office and relive the courage and resilience of those who dared to venture into the unknown.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 34.1cm x 53.3cm (13.4" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this haunting image from the heroic age of Antarctic exploration, we witness the tragic moment when Captain Lawrence Oates (1880-1912) leaves Captain Robert Falcon Scott's tent during a blizzard on their return journey from the South Pole in 1912. The young and experienced Captain Oates, a veteran of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, made this fateful decision with the hope that his comrades might survive without his burden. The photograph, taken by an unidentified member of Scott's team, captures the desolate and inhospitable landscape of the Antarctic continent. The stark contrast between the white, windswept terrain and the dark, cramped interior of the tent underscores the harsh realities of their expedition. Oates, dressed in heavy clothing and wearing a fur hat, can be seen trudging through the snow, leaving behind the safety and warmth of the tent. This event took place on September 17, 1912, during the final days of Scott's ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition. Despite Oates' selfless act, both he and the rest of the team ultimately succumbed to the extreme conditions, as they were unable to reach the safety of their base camp. The tragic loss of these intrepid explorers marked the end of the Heroic Age of Antarctic exploration. This historical photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men in the pursuit of scientific discovery and geographical exploration. It stands as a testament to their courage, resilience, and the human spirit that drives us to explore the unknown.
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