• BigNote@lemm.ee
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      1 year ago

      Just imagine if they’d given the command of the British Antarctic expedition to Shackleton instead of Scott. I still think Amundsen would’ve beaten the Brits to the pole, but I very much doubt Shackleton would’ve gotten himself and his men killed.

      There’s some evidence that he was passed over for the command for political reasons having to do with him being Irish.

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      1 year ago

      Better than being a descendant of Scott. Then it might not be advisable. Unless you wish to go for a walk and be some time.