VIRTUAL Ernest Shackleton and the Age of Antarctic Exploration

In 1914, Ernest Shackleton embarked on his daring Trans-Antarctic Expedition—an adventure that would become one of the most gripping survival stories in history. When disaster struck and his ship, Endurance, was trapped and crushed by ice, Shackleton and his crew faced unimaginable hardship at the very edge of the world. 

This lecture will trace the dramatic journey: the bold ambitions, the setbacks, and the unshakable determination that carried the men through; they refused to quit even when shipwrecked in total isolation at the bottom of the world.

Presented in recognition of the 2022 discovery of Endurance and the remarkable 3D scans of the wreck completed in 2024, this program brings the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration vividly to life.

Greg Caggiano is a published author, historian, lecturer, and consultant. He holds a degree in history from New Jersey City University and NJ State teaching certifications in history and elementary education. Since 2014, Greg has worked as an instructor for Brookdale Community College in their Lifelong Learning department and as a field guide for their Ocean Institute on Sandy Hook, which focuses on local marine life, maritime history, and the history of the U.S. Military’s presence at Fort Hancock. In his spare time, he has served on the Board of Directors of two museums: the Proprietary House in Perth Amboy, and most recently the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society, housed at the Strauss Mansion Museum. A firm believer in volunteering and giving back to the community, he has helped fundraise tens of thousands of dollars for historic preservation over the years.

This program is being presented virtually over Zoom. Registration is required and the Zoom link will be emailed the day before the event.

It is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library