Summary
Compass used by Andrew Jack on sledging journeys as part of the Ross Sea party of the Trans-Antarctic Expedition 1914-1917 led by Ernest Shackleton.
This is part of Museum Victoria's collection of artefacts from the 'Heroic Era' exploration of Antarctica.
Physical Description
Round brass compass with hinged black flip lid. Silver and black face features red cardinal points of north, south east and west and a silver magnetised pivoting needle. Compass has external ring attachment.
Significance
This is a significant artefact from the little-known Ross Sea Party of Ernest Shackleton's Trans-Antarctic Expedition.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Loan & Subsequent Transfer from National Museum of Victoria, (Estate of) A. K. Jack, 28 Jun 1967
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Expedition Leader
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User
Andrew K. Jack, Antarctica, 1914-1917
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Place & Date Used
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Inscriptions
Painted on glass: 'N / E / S / W'.
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
57 mm (Width), 12 mm (Depth), 80 mm (Height)
Dimensions taken with lid closed. When lid is open, Width: 109mm
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Keywords
Antarctic Exploration, Compasses, Navigation Instruments, Making History - Antarctic
