Great Britain · Exploration / Exploration and Discovery. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
Scott wrote that Oates last words were, "I am just going outside and may be some time.". Oates, whose condition was aggravated by an old war-wound to the extent that he was barely able to walk, voluntarily left the tent and walked to his death
Oates, whose condition was aggravated by an old war-wound to the extent that he was barely able to walk, voluntarily left the tent and walked to his death.
Leaves the tent during a blizzard while critically ill.
Leaves the tent and dies during the return journey.
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