Shackleton Memorial Cross Displayed in Dundee After 8,000-Mile Journey
The historic cross commemorating explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton finds a new home at the Discovery Centre, highlighting his legacy of leadership.
- The wooden cross was originally erected by Shackleton's crew in South Georgia after his death in 1922.
- The memorial, known as the Hope Cross, was transported from Antarctica to Dundee, Scotland, for public exhibition.
- Alexandra Shackleton, the explorer's granddaughter, emphasizes the cross's educational value in teaching leadership.
- The cross was constructed from salvaged timber at whaling stations by Shackleton's 28-man crew.
- The Dundee Heritage Trust and other organizations facilitated the cross's relocation to honor Shackleton's enduring legacy.
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