The South Polar Times
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The South Polar Times
Page from the Illustrated London News showing pages from the South Polar Times, the furthest south illustrated newspaper edited by Lieutenant Ernest Shackleton, who made it a strict rule to hold no personal communication with his contributors. He insisted on all literature and drawings being placed in a letter box. The chief illustrator was Dr. Wilson. The journal appeared monthly and extended to five volumes
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Antarctic Antarctica Discovery Drawings Ernest Exploration Journal Journalism Lieutenant Monthly Naturalism News Paper Pages Polar Pole Shackleton Times Wilson
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This page spread hails from Volume I, Issue 1 of The South Polar Times, the historic newspaper published during Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (1901-1904). Edited by the intrepid explorer himself, this monthly journal served as a vital source of communication and morale booster for the expedition members stationed at their base camp in the frozen wilds of the Antarctic. Shackleton's unwavering rule was that no personal correspondence was allowed; instead, all contributions, be they literature or artwork, were to be submitted anonymously via a letter box. Dr. Frank Wild, the expedition's second-in-command, and Dr. Leonard Gordon Franklyn Wilson, the chief illustrator, were among the talented contributors. The South Polar Times showcased a diverse range of content, from natural observations of the unique Antarctic fauna, such as the intriguing insects depicted in this image, to humorous anecdotes and poetry. The journal's pages also featured captivating illustrations, like the one of a penguin hunting scene, which brought a touch of home and lightheartedness to the harsh, isolated environment. Published monthly, The South Polar Times extended to five volumes and remains an invaluable historical record of the groundbreaking expedition that attempted to cross the Antarctic continent from one coast to another. This fascinating glimpse into the past offers a glimpse into the resilient spirit and camaraderie of the intrepid explorers who braved the unknown in the pursuit of discovery and scientific knowledge.
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