Had we lived, I should have a tale to tell of the hardihood, endurance and courage of my companions which would have stirred the heart of every Englishman. These rough notes and our dead bodies must tell the tale.
- Robert Falcon Scott, 1912
Scott kept a diary of his expedition and we are keeping a diary of our production, this seems to be a nice mirror from the story to reality.
Scott’s last entries in his diary document their horrific journey back from the Pole. It becomes obvious he knows there is no hope of survival, Scott praises his men and writes letters to his family and friends. He also writes a message to the public on the planning and execution of the sledge journey. He reflects on the legacy of the trip which maintained a scientific purpose throughout. Scott’s men on top of carry supplies also hauled 35 pounds of geological specimens until they died.
Writing in his diary remained one of Scott’s priorities to the end. Considering how hard it must have been for him to keep writing as his body and mind suffered, his dedication to the expedition is astonishing. Bearing this in mind, this diary will remain one of my priorities until our last night. Let’s face it compared to Scott I have it easy!
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