I was having lunch today at the New Kabul Compound DFAC (Dining Facility) and talking with some work mates. I looked up and noticed an American NCO walking towards me. His name tag had Shackleton on it. It's not a common name but one that carries a lot of weight around the Antarctic business. I thought there might be a connection to Sir Ernest Shackleton. I stopped him and asked him if he was related to Sir Ernest. I didn't even finish my question when he replied that he was. The young NCO is the great, great nephew of Shackleton. He seemed pleased that someone in the region had a clue as to who Ernest Shackleton was. Everyone at the table had no clue as I'm sure few in the Army do.
So, a remotely related piece of Antarctic history lives and breathes in Kabul today. Small world...
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