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Dr. Wilson and Lt. Pennell salting seal skins. December 27th 1910
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Dr. Wilson and Lt. Pennell salting seal skins. December 27th 1910
Photographer:Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13
Date:1910
Dr. Wilson and Lt. Pennell salting seal skins. December 27th 1910
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In this photograph captured by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting, we are transported back in time to December 27th, 1910, during the British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13. The image showcases two brave men, Dr. Wilson and Lt. Pennell, diligently engaged in the meticulous task of salting seal skins. The scene unfolds against a stark backdrop of icy terrain that stretches as far as the eye can see. Draped across wooden frames lie numerous seal skins, their glistening fur contrasting with the frigid surroundings. With focused determination etched on their faces, both men meticulously sprinkle salt onto each skin to preserve them for further use. Dr. Edward Adrian Wilson was not only a skilled physician but also an accomplished naturalist and artist who played a vital role in Captain Robert Falcon Scott's expedition team. His expertise in zoology made him invaluable during scientific research conducted amidst these harsh conditions. Lt. Harry Pennell served as one of Scott's trusted officers on this treacherous journey into uncharted territories. Together with his fellow explorers, he faced extreme weather conditions and navigated through perilous ice fields to expand our understanding of Antarctica. This photograph serves as a testament to the unwavering dedication and resilience exhibited by these early polar explorers who braved unimaginable challenges for scientific discovery and exploration purposes. Preserved within the archives at the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge, this remarkable print allows us to glimpse into history; it encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also captures humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge about our planet's most remote regions - even under such inhospitable circumstances.
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