Pullen Island (Antarctica)

Pullen Island (72°35′S 60°57′W) is a snow-covered island 5 nautical miles (9 km) long, which rises to 495 m at its north end, lying near the center of Violante Inlet along the east coast of Palmer Land. Discovered by the United States Antarctic Service (USAS) in a flight from East Base on December 30, 1940, and named for William A. Pullen, Aviation Machinist's Mate at the East Base.

For other places named Pullen Island, see Pullen Island (disambiguation).

See also
  • List of Antarctic and sub-Antarctic islands

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