100-year-old whisky found under Ernest Shackleton's hut

Five crates of whisky and brandy belonging to Sir Ernest Shackleton, the polar explorer, have been recovered after being buried under the Antarctic ice for over 100 years.

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Recruiting poster

Text of Shackleton's recruiting poster for the 1914-1917 voyage:

"Men wanted for hazardous journey. Small wages. Bitter cold. Long months of complete darkness. Constant danger. Safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in case of success."