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To the South Pole and Back - The Hardest 105 Days of My Life

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Overview

Embark on a gripping 17-minute TED talk as explorer Ben Saunders recounts his daring attempt to complete Captain Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated 1912 polar expedition. Journey through a grueling four-month, 1,800-mile round trip from Antarctica's edge to the South Pole and back. Gain raw, honest insights into this ambitious trek, delivered just five weeks after Saunders' return, as he reflects on the hubris-tinged mission that led to the most challenging decision of his life. Discover the physical and mental trials faced during this extraordinary 105-day adventure, offering a unique perspective on human endurance and the limits of exploration.

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Ben Saunders: To the South Pole and back — the hardest 105 days of my life

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