1/6 SIR ERNEST SHACKLETON and the HEROIC AGE OF ANTARCTIC EXPLORATION
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SIR ERNEST SHACKLETON and the HEROIC AGE OF ANTARCTIC EXPLORATION. This presentation will be given at the Indian Trails Public Library, 355 Schoenbeck Rd., Wheeling, IL 60090.
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Ken Levine brings his vast knowledge of Sir Ernest Shackleton and personal experience visiting Antarctica to tell a story of exploration and survival. Registration required.
Ernest Shackleton, an Antarctic explorer, became well known for his bravery and leadership. He is mostly well known for his Endurance expedition, 1914-1916, when his skills resulted in the survival and safe return of all 28 men from his ship, overcoming unimaginable odds. This expedition has become known as the greatest survival story of all time. The program covers Shackleton’s biography and his four Antarctic expeditions, as well as interesting facts about other explorers on these expeditions. Slides will include actual period photos as well as Ken’s personal photos taken at several of these locations.