Hodges Glacier

Hodges Glacier
Map showing the location of Hodges Glacier
Location of Hodges Glacier in South Georgia
Location South Georgia
Coordinates 54°16′S 36°32′W / 54.267°S 36.533°W / -54.267; -36.533
Length 1 nmi (2 km; 1 mi)
Thickness unknown
Status unknown

Hodges Glacier (54°16′S 36°32′W / 54.267°S 36.533°W / -54.267; -36.533Coordinates: 54°16′S 36°32′W / 54.267°S 36.533°W / -54.267; -36.533) is a small glacier 1 nautical mile (2 km) west of Grytviken, South Georgia, flowing from the south side of Petrel Peak to the foot of Mount Hodges. The name was recommended by the UK Antarctic Place-Names Committee and derives from association with Mount Hodges.[1][2]

See also

References

  1. "Hodges Glacier". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved 2012-06-20.
  2. "Hodges Glacier, Antarctica". Geographical Names. Retrieved 22 January 2018.

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