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Lieutenant Graham Gore, Commander, 1845 (b/w photo)
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Lieutenant Graham Gore, Commander, 1845 (b/w photo)
7295265 Lieutenant Graham Gore, Commander, 1845 (b/w photo) by Baird (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Member of Sir John Franklin's fourth and fatal last expedition of 1845 aboard 'Erebus' and 'Terror' to traverse the last unnavigated section of the North-West Passage. The entire expedition complement, Franklin and 128 men, died after their ships became icebound in Victoria Strait near King William Island in the Canadian Arctic.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This striking print captures Lieutenant Graham Gore, Commander of the ill-fated 1845 expedition led by Sir John Franklin to traverse the treacherous North-West Passage. The image exudes a sense of determination and courage as Gore stands tall in his naval uniform, ready to face the challenges of exploration in the unforgiving Arctic wilderness.
Gore was a key member of Franklin's fourth and final expedition aboard the ships 'Erebus' and 'Terror', which tragically ended in disaster when both vessels became trapped in ice near King William Island. Despite their best efforts, Franklin and all 128 men on board perished during this doomed mission.
The photo serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and sacrifice made by these early explorers who ventured into unknown territories in search of new discoveries. It is a testament to the spirit of adventure that drove men like Gore to push beyond their limits in pursuit of knowledge and glory.
As we gaze upon this historic image, we are transported back to a time when exploration was at its peak, with men like Lieutenant Graham Gore leading the way into uncharted waters. His legacy lives on through this powerful portrait, immortalizing him as a hero of maritime history.
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