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Party sitting in sun, beside the hangar door
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Party sitting in sun, beside the hangar door
Photographer: Riley, Quintin Theodore Petroc Molesworth (1905-1980). Expedition: British Graham Land Expedition 1934-37. Leader: John Rymill. Date: 1936. Stephenson stands and Hampton, Bertram, Meiklejohn and Moore sit on the floor at the open wooden hangar doors. De Havilland Fox Moth biplane, with wings folded, sits inside the hangar, its tailplane resting on a wooden trestle. Empty sledges lie on a wooden slipway in the foreground and barrels and boxes stand against the side of the hut
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In this print captured by Quintin Theodore Petroc Molesworth Riley during the British Graham Land Expedition of 1934-37, we are transported back in time to a moment of respite and camaraderie amidst the vast Antarctic wilderness. The image showcases a group of men basking in the warm sun, positioned beside the open wooden hangar doors. As our gaze wanders across the scene, we see Stephenson standing tall while Hampton, Bertram, Meiklejohn, and Moore find solace on the floor. Their faces bear traces of exhaustion but also carry an undeniable sense of accomplishment. They have braved treacherous conditions and conquered unimaginable challenges together as part of this historic expedition led by John Rymill. Inside the hangar rests a De Havilland Fox Moth biplane with its wings gracefully folded. A symbol of both adventure and technological marvel against nature's harsh backdrop. Its tailplane finds support on a sturdy wooden trestle. The foreground reveals empty sledges lying on a wooden slipway, remnants from arduous journeys undertaken across icy terrains. Barrels and boxes stand steadfastly against the side of their humble hut - silent witnesses to countless stories shared within those walls. This photograph is not just a frozen moment in time; it encapsulates resilience, determination, and human connection amidst one of Earth's most unforgiving environments. It serves as a testament to mankind's unyielding spirit for exploration and discovery. Preserved by University of Cambridge SPRI (Scott Polar Research Institute), this remarkable image invites us to reflect upon our own capacity for endurance while reminding us that even in desolate landscapes far from home, bonds can be forged that withstand both distance and time itself.
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