Argo Glacier
Appearance
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Location of Argo Glacier in Antarctica | |
Location | Oates Land |
Coordinates | 82°22′S 157°30′E / 82.367°S 157.500°E |
Length | 19 km (12 mi) |
Terminus | Marsh Glacier |
Argo Glacier (83°22′S 157°30′E / 83.367°S 157.500°E) is a glacier in the Miller Range, 10 nautical miles (19 km) long, flowing northeast to enter Marsh Glacier just south of Macdonald Bluffs. It was named by the New Zealand Geological Survey Antarctic Expedition (1961–62) after the Argo, the vessel sailed by Jason in Greek mythology.[1]
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References
This article incorporates public domain material from "Argo Glacier". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.