Statue of Roald Amundsen
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Statue of Roald Amundsen
Statue of Roald Amundsen (1872-1928), Norwegian explorer, in Ny-Alesund, Svalbard, an Arctic archipelago governed by Norway. Amundsen was a renowned Arctic explorer, but is best-known as the leader of the first expedition to reach the South Pole in 1911. Amundsen was in the first expedition to fly over the North Pole, doing so in 1926 with the Italian explorer Umberto Nobile in the airship Norge. Ny-Alesund was the departure point for Norge on the North Pole leg of the expedition. In 1928, Amundsen disappeared at sea after flying in search of Nobile, whose airship had crashed during another expedition to the Pole
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1900s Air Ship Arctic Aviation Bust Exploration Explorer Face Flight Memorial Monument North Pole Norwegian Pioneer Pioneering Polar South Pole Spitsbergen Statue Svalbard Norge Ny Alesund Roald Amundsen
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The print captures the majestic Statue of Roald Amundsen, standing tall in Ny-Alesund, Svalbard. This Arctic archipelago, governed by Norway, serves as a fitting tribute to the legendary Norwegian explorer. Roald Amundsen's name echoes through history as an intrepid pioneer who pushed the boundaries of human exploration. While he achieved fame for leading the first successful expedition to reach the South Pole in 1911, his accomplishments extended far beyond that milestone. In 1926, Amundsen joined forces with Italian explorer Umberto Nobile to become part of the first team to fly over the North Pole aboard the airship Norge. Ny-Alesund served as their departure point for this daring endeavor. However, fate dealt a tragic blow when Nobile's airship crashed during another polar expedition. In a selfless act of bravery and camaraderie, Amundsen embarked on a search mission but tragically disappeared at sea. This image encapsulates not only Amundsen's indomitable spirit but also his significant contributions to aviation and polar exploration. The statue stands as a testament to his legacy—a reminder of his unwavering determination and relentless pursuit of knowledge amidst harsh and unforgiving environments. As we gaze upon this photograph print from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of Roald Amundsen's extraordinary feats that continue to inspire generations worldwide.
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