Richardson Bluff
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Richardson Bluff (70°47′S 166°20′E / 70.783°S 166.333°ECoordinates: 70°47′S 166°20′E / 70.783°S 166.333°E) is a steep rock bluff which rises on the east side of Kirkby Glacier opposite Frecker Ridge, in the Anare Mountains, Victoria Land. Named by ANARE (Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions) for Sgt. Alan K. Richardson, RAAF, member of the RAAF Antarctic Flight which accompanied the ANARE (Thala Dan) cruise to this coast, 1962.[1][2]
References[edit]
- ^ Wilson, David (1991). Alfresco flight: The RAAF Antarctic experience (PDF). Point Cook, Vic., Australia: Royal Australian Air Force Museum. pp. 64–85, 121, 129. ISBN 0-642-10522-7. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
... A.K. Richardson, who was awarded a BEM for his actions during the 1957-58 season ...
- ^ United States Geological Survey. "Antarctic Names". www.usgs.gov. Retrieved 11 September 2021.
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