Frank Hurley (1885-1962)
Launching the 'James Caird' for the relief voyage to South Georgia 24 April 1916
Silver bromide print | 12.8 x 20.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2580109
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This photograph marks the beginning of the tiring and soaking process of launching the 'James Caird', after loading her with ballast from the 'Stancomb Wills'. The swell in the bay nearly caused her to capsize, tipping two of her crew into the water. Despite these difficulties the 'James Caird' was ready to sail by midday on 24 April 1916.
Provenance
Presented to King George V by Sir Ernest Shackleton, 1917
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Silver bromide print
Measurements
12.8 x 20.3 cm (image)
29.2 x 37.7 cm (page dimensions)
Alternative title(s)
Launching the "James Caird" for the relief voyage to South Georgia. [Photographs of scenes and incidents in connection with the happenings to the Weddell Sea Party, 1914, 1915, 1916].
