A whaling ship follows in the tracks of the S.S. Hektoria, the Wilkins-Hearst Expedition ship by the island in 1929.
Photograph by International Newsreel, National Geographic Creative
Following its capture, a whale is hauled to the flensing platform on Deception Island in 1929.
Photograph by International Newsreel, National Geographic Creative
Lietenant Carl Eielson (right) and other members of the Wilkins-Hearst South Polar Expedition in 1929 held and petted some of the penguins on the island, but the penguins didn't seem to enjoy it.
Photograph by International Newsreel, National Geographic Creative
A view of the surface of the water in Deception Island Harbor, covered with birds.
Photograph by International Newsreel, National Geographic Creative
On the lookout for icebergs in 1955.
Photograph by Volkmar K. Wentzel, National Geographic Creative
An inquisitive penguin became a radio operator's pet on the island in 1955.
Photograph by Volkmar K. Wentzel, National Geographic Creative
The rock formation known as the Sewing-Machine Needles, visible from miles away by ship, marks the entrance to the caldera in November 1988.
Photograph by George Mobley, National Geographic Creative
Grave markers seen on Deception Island in November 1988.
Photograph by George Mobley, National Geographic Creative
Penguins on the island in November 1988.
Photograph by George Mobley, National Geographic Creative
A person approaches Deception Island in November 1988.
Photograph by George Mobley, National Geographic Creative
