— And days and nights of anguish measured slow Their length upon the prostrate sufferer's chain; Yet oft bright visions to his heart would come..." References External links Photos of some sketches by Henry Eld Narrative of the United States' exploring expedition, during the years 1838, 1839, 1840, 1841, 1842 (1845), Wilkes, Charles (1798–1877) United States Navy officers American geographers Explorers of Antarctica Military personnel from New Haven, Connecticut 1814 births 1850 deaths People of the United States Exploring Expedition