Edward Evans Collection
"Edward Evans: A Journey Through Time and Ice" Step into the world of Edward Evans, a man whose life was filled with adventure and exploration
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"Edward Evans: A Journey Through Time and Ice" Step into the world of Edward Evans, a man whose life was filled with adventure and exploration. From his early days as a cook aboard The Cook in 1930, to his role as Admiral Teddy Evans, a British naval officer and Antarctic explorer in 1916, Edward's story is one of bravery and discovery. As we delve deeper into his life, we encounter Sir Martin Frobisher from the late 16th century. Created by Cornelius Ketel, this portrait captures the spirit of exploration that ran through Edward's veins. Just like Frobisher, he yearned for new horizons. But it wasn't just historical figures that influenced Edward's journey. In John Tenniel's artwork "The Mock Turtle, " we see echoes of the fantastical creatures he encountered during his expeditions. And in "The Rabbit Running Away, " also by Tenniel, we catch glimpses of the excitement and urgency that drove him forward. Edward was no stranger to harsh environments either. With images like "View of the Arctic Sea from the Mouth of Copper Mine River" depicting midnight in July 1821 or "Passage Through the Ice" from June 1818, we get a sense of both beauty and danger that awaited him at every turn. Yet amidst all these challenges lay moments of camaraderie and hope. In "A Relief Party in Search for Sir John Franklin, " an unknown creator immortalizes those who risked their lives to save others - much like Edward himself did on numerous occasions. And let us not forget about McMurdo Sound where Edward gazed northward in awe back in 1911. Captured by fellow explorer Edward Wilson, this image reminds us why people like Edward dedicated their lives to understanding our planet better. Finally, stepping away from icy landscapes for a moment brings us inside an interior Cree Indian tent from 1820.