Sir Ernest Shacklton

Ernest Shacklton was born

Feb 15, 1874

Sir Ernest Shackleton was born in Kilkea, Republic of Ireland. in 1874.

Joined army

Apr 16, 1890

Sir Ernest Shackleton joined the army in 1890.

Planed

Dec 24, 1907

Sir Ernest Shackleton started planning the trip to the south pole.

so much money!

Dec 24, 1909

In 1909 Ernest was granted £20,000 ($40,000) from the british govornment.

Time to take action!

Dec 24, 1917

Ernest Shackleton made the move and took the trip to the South Pole.

Sad times

Jan 5, 1922

Ernest Shackleton died suddenly of angina pectoris on Jan. 5, 1922, and was buried on South Georgia Island.