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Penguins listening to the Gramophone during the summer, 1908, (1909)
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Penguins listening to the Gramophone during the summer, 1908, (1909)
Penguins listening to the Gramophone during the summer, 1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic. During the second expedition, 1907-1909, he and three companions established a new record, Farthest South latitude at 88° S, only 97 geographical miles (112 statute miles, or 180 km) from the South Pole, the largest advance to the pole in exploration history. Members of his team also climbed Mount Erebus, the most active volcano in the Antarctic. Shackleton was knighted by King Edward VII for these achievements. He died during his third and last oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition, aged 47. Illustration from The Heart of the Antarctic, Vol. I, by E. H. Shackleton, C.V.O. [William Heinemann, London, 1909]
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This print captures a truly unique moment in history - penguins listening to the gramophone during the summer of 1908. Taken by renowned Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton, this image showcases his incredible journey to the Antarctic during his second expedition from 1907-1909. Shackleton and his brave companions achieved an extraordinary feat, reaching the Farthest South latitude at 88° S, just a mere 97 geographical miles away from the elusive South Pole. This remarkable accomplishment remains one of the greatest advances towards the pole in exploration history. Not only did Shackleton's team conquer new territories, but they also conquered Mount Erebus, Antarctica's most active volcano. Their courage and determination earned Shackleton a knighthood from King Edward VII as recognition for their achievements. In this particular snapshot, we witness an unexpected scene where penguins curiously gather around a gramophone playing music amidst the icy landscape. It is both amusing and heartwarming to see these adorable creatures captivated by human technology. This illustration comes from Shackleton's book "The Heart of the Antarctic" which chronicles his expeditions and provides valuable insights into this era of exploration. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this historic moment frozen in time. Ernest Shackleton tragically passed away during his final oceanographic expedition at just 47 years old. However, his legacy lives on through images like these that continue to inspire awe and fascination for future generations interested in exploring our planet's most remote corners.
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