Summary
Part of a series of photographs created by George Rayner in Antarctica and sub-antarctic islands during the early 1930s.
Description of Content
George Rayner standing on deck in front of a ship's steering wheel, during an expedition to Antarctica. He has his hands in his pockets and a cigerette stub in this mouth and is wearing the same clothes as in ST 041516, except for the hat.
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mrs E. Rayner, 28 Jun 1984
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Place & Date Depicted
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Creator
Mr George Rayner, Antarctica, 1927-1939
Biologist with the SS Discovery on investigations in the waters of the Falkland Islands Dependencies. Research included hydrographic surveying and whale marking. -
Individuals Identified
Rayner, George
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Format
Photograph, Black & White
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Inscriptions
Photograph inscribed on back: 'G.W.RAYNER, 1934' and 'HARRODS 8 HOUR SERVICE'
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
5.7 cm (Width), 8.2 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Antarctic Exploration, Antarctic Research, Antarctica, Boats, Expeditions, Ships
