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In a weekly series of Facebook posts, Jerome Viard is looking back on the six months he spent living and working on South Georgia whilst working as a Museum Assistant. Living on the island gives those lucky enough to do so opportunities few will ever

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In a weekly series of Facebook posts, Jerome Viard is looking back on the six months he spent living and working on South Georgia whilst working as a Museum Assistant.

Living on the island gives those lucky enough to do so opportunities few will ever experience. Jerome really made the best of his time there. He is a talented photographer and his superb images illustrate these charming, and at times surprising, reminiscences.

You can find the posts on the SGHT Facebook Page

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