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.
That reminds me of when they decided to slide down the mountain in the dark with no knowledge of what was in front of them. Another chapter that makes you realize just what a.miracle it was they were all rescued. Then when they got back home, it was no big deal because everyone was dying on the front lines in WW1.
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
That reminds me of when they decided to slide down the mountain in the dark with no knowledge of what was in front of them. Another chapter that makes you realize just what a.miracle it was they were all rescued. Then when they got back home, it was no big deal because everyone was dying on the front lines in WW1.