Frank Wild's Burial Next to Shackleton

[@jimanoots7162]

I read Alfred Lansing's book 3 years ago. I was absolutely captivated by the heroic actions of Shackleton, Wild, Worsly, Crean, etc. What a testament to human endurance and will. Glad you made this journey, and thanks for posting.

[@VenusFlyHands]

I discovered Lansing's book a couple months ago. I didn't know the story before listening to the audiobook, only that they found the Endurance earlier this year. I saw Frank Hurly's photo on the cover, a ship frozen in ice, and thought it looked interesting. Now I too am captivated and can't get enough of this story.

[@kiwiinphils]

Frank Wild was one of the last of the new age of Antarctic discovery in the early 1900's, and he has earned his place in history as one of Shackleton's most dedicated men of the Transantarctic Expedition. Your memory will never grow old, RIP Frank Wild, you will live on as an inspiration. As an Old Antarctic Explorer myself, you have my greatest admiration.

[@Farmer-bh3cg]

This is a long time after your film, Bobbie, but thank you for putting together a gentle little video. I think the two men would appreciate it.

[@Thomas-cp6qe]

What a fitting end to all of Wild and Shackleton's exploration feats together. I'd love to visit Grytviken and pay my respect.

[@estherdoyle8175]

I had a lump in my throat after seeing that little film. What a fitting final resting place for a great man who never wavered in his devotion and sense of duty towards Shackleton.

[@rockies5295]

I'm only thirteen and read the book last year but the part where the trio walks into town and the children run away and men gaze at them in a trance not only sent shivers down my spine but made me tear up it was so incredible.

[@bobbieharv]

That's exactly how I felt seeing Elephant Island and the waterfall on South Georgia Island.

[@veramae4098]

During the Falklands War, British special forces landed on the "wrong side" of the island, as Shackleton and his team had been forced to do by currents. That is, a mountain range, on which is the whaling station and rescue (for Shackleton), a military post seized by Argentina (for modern special forces, intending to surprise Argentina force). B.'s special forces were forced to call for rescue. Best materials, hard training, etc., but they couldn't get over the mountain range. Shackleton and his tteam did it with a length of rope and a small hand axe.

[@dassmortn]

@@veramae4098 wow

[@TonkaF1]

I was there just over 1 month ago, also on the Ioffe. It is indeed a fitting tribute. A magical place to be sure.

[@bobbieharv]

Did you all drink a whiskey toast to Shackleton? And did they do anything for Frank Wild?

[@TonkaF1]

Yes, we had some Johnny Walker. More poured on the grave than drunk. Frank Wild unfortunately didn’t get much of a look in until Elephant Island. I’m now enjoying finding out more about Wild, Crean,Bruce and other Antarctic explorers. Shackleton certainly captures everyone’s attention, but there are many others to admire.

[@tricker1957]

What a wonderful event.Frank Wild went on five polar expetitions with,Shackleton,Scott,and Mawson-nobody exceeded such a feat.

[@gregoryreese8491]

The somewhat abrasive, vain and certainly less storied (though he was largely responsible for preventing the Endurance expedition's Ross Sea Party element from becoming a _total_ disaster), Earnest Joyce, is the one other man to earn the same number of Polar Medals as Wild.

[@bobbieharv]

Yes, this is the documentary they were filming during our trip. We kayaked with Wild's relatives.

[@Chdespins]

Love this video: three cheers to all of the Men of the ENDURANCE. And, for those who have not seen S Georgia, I can only wish that one day, you can pay a visit!

[@coparugby7177]

The engraving on the head stone defines Frank in terms of his relationship to Shackleton when in fact he is his own capable man. The engraving should reflect that. Frank is my grandparent's uncle.

[@bobbieharv]

All I can say is that I think the wording was the result of a collaboration between his great nephews and nieces, who were on the trip, and Angie Butler, who found his ashes and shepherded them to South Georgia.

[@MsJLJvideos]

WOW! What an experience! I just came back from my 'trip of a lifetime' (though I want to go Again). vert nice film - thank you so much for sharing. Made me all emotional.

[@gaius_enceladus]

Great video! I'm a New Zealander and thought I knew a reasonable amount about the "Endurance" expedition (and the voyage of the James Caird to South Georgia). However, I only found out a few days ago that Frank Worsley (captain of the Endurance and navigator on the James Caird) was a New Zealander - born in Akaroa, near Christchurch!

[@bobbieharv]

Thanks! I didn't know either that Worsley was a New Zealander. Akaroa is a magical spot - my husband and I spent a few days there some years ago - discovered the best restaurant I've ever eaten at called C'est La Vie. Now it's called The Little Bistro I see. Envious of you living in New Zealand.

[@zacharysmith991]

What an amazing trip thank you so much for sharing

[@bobbieharv]

Thank you. It really was amazing.

[@Watusifarm]

I loved this book sooooooo much! What an incredible bunch of men. When the captains at the whaling station line up to shake the men’s hands I got tears in my eyes. Even those hardened whalers were like “We’ve seen some bad asses but holy shit man”. I loved it.

[@iangarner8857]

How wonderful that must have been. Id love to visit the Falklands and South Georgia.

[@gregoryreese8491]

Those who have not, really need to read "Heart of the Antarctic or "Nimrod" to learn how the two men truly bonded (long before their "Endurance" adventure), also, and most especially, to read "Search for Frank Wild" in order to discover just how amazing and unlikely it was that Wild's remains were, at long last, able to make this final journey *and* of the woman whose dogged search made all this even possible.

[@arsenal10141014]

Thank you. Class

[@midasofficial4532]

Finally united again, what a great little movie.

[@TungstenKid]

I like reading exploration books and one thing that's clear is that explorers seem to regard the poles, jungles, deserts, oceans and mountains etc as their natural environment where they feel perfectly at home, and are in no hurry at all to get back to "civilisation"..:)

[@annetaylor9493]

What a wonderful and memorable journey...God rest Frank Wild.

[@Berniewahlbrinck]

Cool video. Being a Shackleton fan myself, I would like to recommend the book SHACKLETON'S BOAT JOURNEY by Worsley, the captain of the ENDURANCE

[@ttmallard]

And in tears that swell A heartfelt tale recalls me of A mate, Tom Crean at sea With Frank whose sted was firm To keep crew alive on hope For The Boss returns in reverie As best a Man they be saved, he cried On seeing the Yelco at sea ... 🕊🕯

[@MrJimtimslim]

Rushed the cut in this video a bit. Didn't have much of a chance to see the images before it cut to another. Too fast

[@bobbieharv]

Sorry about that. Unfortunately One True Media went out of business, so re-editing is not possible. Just watch it again!🙂

[@TungstenKid]

There was an hour-long documentary about Frank Wild on British TV a couple of years ago, I don't remember its title. His modern relatives spoke about him, i think he settled in Africa and ran a pub or something.

[@veramae4098]

During the Falklands War, British special forces landed on S. Georgia where Shackleton had landed. The intent was to make the same climb over the mountains and surprise the Argentine forces from the rear. Special training, special equipment, well supplied, well fed, good everything ... and they couldn't do it. Had to call for an emergency rescue. Shackelton and comrades did it with some rope and a small hand axe after near starvation for over a year. Honor forever.

[@ernestosueldo425]

Georgias del Sur es y será siempre parte de Argentina

[@Harold710]

Well done!

[@bobbieharv]

Thanks! It was such an amazing trip.

[@kshepard52]

The more I learn about this expedition the less I'm a fan of Shackleton who, against the advice of the men (at the whaling station) who knew what lay ahead for the expedition and warned Shackleton that he was making a mistake, moved ahead with his plan... for the glory of Shackleton. The real heros were the men like Tom Crean, Frank Worsley, and especially Frank Wild, whose skilled seamanship and excellent navigational skills are what finally save the men marooned on Elephant Island.

[@arctictrucksnorthamerica]

Awesome!

[@lifesahobby]

Cool video cheers

[@robw3027]

I am happy Commander Wild is where he wanted to be and close Shackleton.

[@gnpajeff1]

Pefect !!

[@clintireland389]

I've always believed Shackleton himself said Tom Crean the Irish explorer was his right hand man!

[@qre268Zrtb]

Maybe that's the reason Wild is buried on his Left side.

[@kimmoj2570]

​@@qre268ZrtbTom Crean rests in Ireland. Ireland has brand spanking new research vessel named RV Tom Crean.

[@commentsonacomment9806]

Wow

[@scillyautomatic]

Hey, did you hear? They found the endurance yesterday. OK, maybe the day before, but they FOUND IT!

[@richardhines3820]

NB. Minister from Stanley - The Rev'd Dr Richard HINES

[@JohnMastersDOESitALL]

Wow! Your Lucky!!!

[@Gumshrud1]

Christopher Nolan (Oppenheimer); I wish he would tackle Shackleton.

[@kiwiinphils]

What a tiger for punishment !