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Shackleton's Last Quest

Shackleton’s Last Quest marks the centenary of the Quest Expedition and what is considered the end of the heroic era of polar exploration. The South Georgia Museum holds within its collection a number of significant objects linked to Sir Ernest Shackleton and his last expedition. The exhibition focuses on Shackleton’s final resting place and the significance South Georgia played in the story.

Click through the different chapters to explore the story.

1. Shackleton's Rise to Fame

Shackleton’s Rise to Fame

2. Journey to South Georgia

Journey to South Georgia

3. The Ship

The Ship

4. The Crew

The Crew

5. The Death of Shackleton

Death of Shackleton

6. The Quest Continues

The Quest Continues

7. The Quest Returns

The Quest Returns

8. End of the Heroic Era

The End of the Heroic Era

9. Reflections of Shackleton

Reflections of Shackleton