De Long / Sledge Party
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De Long / Sledge Party
George De Long (USA), in his ship Jeanette, proved that the Arctic Sea ice is moved by ocean currents. Sledge party at noonday rest
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1879 Arctic Canoe Currents Exploration Moved Polar Proved Rest Sledge Tired Noonday
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This evocative photograph captures the exhaustion of the Sledge Party led by American explorer George De Long during his groundbreaking Arctic expedition aboard the Jeanette in 1879. The image, titled "Sledge Party at Noonday Rest," depicts the explorers taking a much-needed break from their arduous journey across the icy terrain. De Long's team, including their faithful sled dogs, are shown resting in the midst of a desolate Arctic landscape. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the fact that it provides a visual record of De Long's groundbreaking discovery that Arctic Sea ice is not stationary, but rather, is moved by powerful ocean currents. This revelation challenged the prevailing belief that the Arctic was a static and unchanging environment. The explorers in the photograph appear weary, their faces etched with the harsh realities of their polar adventure. Their sledges are laden with supplies, while their canoes rest nearby, ready for the next leg of their journey. The team's faithful dogs, their coats thick with fur, lie down next to their masters, also in need of respite. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the challenges and triumphs of polar exploration, and the indomitable human spirit that drives us to push the boundaries of our knowledge and understanding of the world around us. The year was 1879, and the Arctic was still a largely unexplored frontier. The Sledge Party at Noonday Rest stands as a testament to the perseverance and determination of those who dared to venture into the unknown, and to the important discoveries that can be made when we refuse to give in to the challenges that confront us.
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