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COOK: FAKE PEAK, 1906. Photograph that Frederick Cook claimed was the summit of Mt
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COOK: FAKE PEAK, 1906. Photograph that Frederick Cook claimed was the summit of Mt
COOK: FAKE PEAK, 1906.
Photograph that Frederick Cook claimed was the summit of Mt. McKinley, taken during his ascent of the mountain. It was later proven to be fraudulent, and the area is now known as Fake Peak. Photograph, 1906
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Media ID 12350855
1906 1907 Cook Exploration Fake Flag Fraud Frederick Mountain Mountaineering Peak Snow Summit Mount Mckinley
EDITORS COMMENTS
COOK: FAKE PEAK, 1906. A haunting photograph that tells a tale of deception and ambition. This print captures the infamous moment when Frederick Cook claimed to have conquered the summit of Mt. McKinley, only for his triumph to be exposed as a fraud. Taken during Cook's ascent of the mountain in 1906, this sepia-toned image showcases a snow-covered landscape with an American flag planted proudly on what was believed to be the peak. Little did anyone know at the time that this area would later become known as Fake Peak. The early years of exploration were filled with excitement and competition, pushing adventurers like Cook to their limits in search of glory. However, it was not long before doubts arose about the authenticity of his claim. Through meticulous investigation and mounting evidence, it was ultimately proven that Cook had deceived the world. This photograph serves as a reminder of both human ambition and our capacity for deceit. It stands as a testament to how even in moments where we believe we have reached new heights, truth has its way of revealing itself. Captured by Granger Art on Demand from The Granger Collection, this print invites us to reflect upon history's lessons while appreciating its artistic value.
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