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Captain Scott's South Pole ill-fated party

Captain Scott's South Pole ill-fated party Date: 1910s

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Media ID 32265628

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Antarctic Climate Cold Daring Deeds Exploration Fated Pole Scotts

12"x8" Photo Print

Step back in time with our captivating vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse range. This evocative image, titled "Captain Scott's South Pole Ill-Fated Party" by Terry Parker, hails from the 1910s and is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the tragic tale of Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his party as they make their final preparations before embarking on their doomed expedition to reach the South Pole. This striking black and white print not only offers a fascinating historical insight but also makes for a striking addition to any wall. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this powerful piece of photographic history.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.7cm (12" x 7")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his five companions, standing resolutely against the backdrop of their tent at the South Pole, are immortalized in this poignant photograph from the early 1910s. Known as Captain Scott's South Pole Party, this group of intrepid explorers embarked on a daring expedition to reach the geographic South Pole, a feat that had eluded many before them. The harsh Antarctic climate, with its extreme cold and unforgiving terrain, presented numerous challenges to the explorers. Undeterred, they pressed on, driven by their determination and the spirit of exploration. However, fate had other plans. Just a few weeks after reaching the South Pole on January 17, 1912, Scott and his team began their return journey to their base camp. Tragically, they were overtaken by a rival team led by Roald Amundsen, who had reached the pole earlier and had already set up camp. Demoralized and facing the harsh Antarctic winter, Scott and his men pressed on, but they were unable to make it back to their base camp. All five members of Scott's party, including Scott himself, perished on their return journey. This photograph, taken shortly before their tragic end, captures the determination and resolve of these brave men as they faced the unknown challenges of the Antarctic wilderness. The image serves as a poignant reminder of their daring deeds and the sacrifices they made in the pursuit of exploration and discovery.

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