The wreck of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship Endurance has been discovered off the coast of Antarctica after more than 100 years.
Incredible new pictures show the vessel which was crushed by ice and sank in the Weddell Sea in 1915.
It was found at a depth of 3,008 metres and approximately four miles south of the position originally recorded by the ship’s Captain Frank Worsley, according to the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust.
Dr John Shears, the expedition leader, said: ‘The Endurance22 expedition has reached its goal.
‘We have made polar history with the discovery of Endurance, and successfully completed the world’s most challenging shipwreck search.
‘In addition, we have undertaken important scientific research in a part of the world that directly affects the global climate and environment.
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‘We have also conducted an unprecedented educational outreach programme, with live broadcasting from on board, allowing new generations from around the world to engage with Endurance22 and become inspired by the amazing stories of polar exploration, and what human beings can achieve and the obstacles they can overcome when they work together.’
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