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South Shetland Islands |
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South Shetland Islands, barren, snow-covered archipelago off N Antarctic Peninsula, W Antarctica; Livingston and King George islands are the largest. The South Shetlands were bases for sealers in the 19th cent., whalers in the early 20th cent., and also for antarctic exploration; they now have scientific bases. The South Shetlands, discovered by the British mariner William Smith in 1819, are claimed by Great Britain, Argentina, and Chile. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The peninsula is surrounded by numerous islands, including the South Shetlands and the Palmer Archipelago. The peninsula is surrounded by numerous islands, including the South Shetlands and the Palmer Archipelago. The peninsula is surrounded by numerous islands, including the South Shetlands and the Palmer Archipelago. |
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