I'm impressed with your Shackleton knowledge. I think one of the group lost a toe to frostbite. Also I think Mrs. CHIPPY, the male cat didn't make it out alive.
There is an exhibit in NYC, of all places, all about the expedition including the boat they rowed to the Island. I want to say Elephant island but my memory is fading.
Absolutely. And a pretty happy ending, only some frostbite damage. He was a leader, Ardern is a parasite.
I'm impressed with your Shackleton knowledge. I think one of the group lost a toe to frostbite. Also I think Mrs. CHIPPY, the male cat didn't make it out alive.
Endurance ought to be required reading. Sixth graders could get it.
There is an exhibit in NYC, of all places, all about the expedition including the boat they rowed to the Island. I want to say Elephant island but my memory is fading.
The internet is good for boosting the old memory. He started from Elephant Island and went to South Georgia Island, where he made an overland trek. Here's a good summary and map. https://www.ranker.com/list/facts-about-the-shackleton-expedition/philgibbons