The Terra Nova Expedition

The Terra Nova Expedition (1910-1913), led by Sir Robert Falcon Scott, was a British effort to reach the South Pole and explore Antarctica. Scott and his team set out with the goal of being the first to arrive, but they faced extreme cold, crevasses, and storms. In January 1912, Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen beat them to the South Pole. Tragically, Scott and his team perished on the return journey due to hunger, harsh weather, and exhaustion. The expedition is remembered for its determination, scientific contributions, and the heroic, ultimately tragic, pursuit of exploration.