Anchorage Island (Antarctica) facts for kids
 Anchorage Island
Location in Antarctica
Location in Antarctica
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Antarctica |
| Coordinates | 67°36′14″S 68°12′33″W / 67.603892°S 68.209106°W |
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| Administered under the Antarctic Treaty System | |
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| Population | Uninhabited |
Anchorage Island is a small, uninhabited island located in the icy waters near Antarctica. It lies about 1.3 kilometers (0.7 nautical miles) southeast of Lagoon Island. This island is part of a group called the Léonie Islands, which are found off the southeast coast of Adelaide Island.
Discovering Anchorage Island
Anchorage Island was first discovered by explorers from the French Antarctic Expedition. This expedition took place between 1908 and 1910. These brave explorers were mapping the unknown parts of Antarctica.
How Anchorage Island Got Its Name
The island received its name from another group of explorers. This was the British Graham Land Expedition (BGLE). This expedition was led by a person named Rymill. They visited the island in February 1936. They named it "Anchorage Island" likely because it offered a good place for ships to anchor, or stop safely.
