Thomas Mitchell
1876, March - , May (ca)
"Discovery" winter quarters, Spring 1876. Trodden path on the floe: "The Measured mile"

Albumen print
15.8 x 21.2 cm (image)
 
The Royal Collection
RCIN 2580191
 
Photograph of HMS Discovery viewed from high up on cliffs, looking down; a straight line can be seen in middle distance ('the measured mile'). Another line, zig-zagging towards distance, can also be seen. Photographer's initials in lower right corner.
 
Presented to Queen Victoria by Captain George Nares (1831-1915) in 1876
 
LL/93207