Ernest Shackleton was an Irish Antarctic explorer born on February 15, 1874 in Kilkea, Ireland. Despite never achieving his goal of crossing the Antarctic, he became a hero for his leadership and courage during his expeditions. He is remembered for his bravery and determination in the face of adversity.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $20 Million (2024)
About
Irish Antarctic Explorer who became a hero without ever accomplishing his dream of crossing the Antarctic.
Before Fame
After being forced to return home from the historic Discovery Expedition, he set out to cross the Antarctic from shore to shore.
Trivia
His ship to the South Pole became trapped in ice, and he led his crew on a precarious journey back to safety.
Family Life
He grew up in Ireland as the second oldest of ten children. He was married to Emily Mary Dorman from 1904 until 1922, and he had three kids named Edward, Cecily and Raymond.
Associated With
He was on the expedition that sent Roald Amundsen to become the first man to set foot on the Antarctic.
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