Deception Island

Argentine Bellinghausen Chilean Station Polish Nelson Island Deception Island Lemaire Channel Icebergs Petermann Island Trinity Island Elephant Island King George Island

Deception Island

a flooded caldera with only a small entrance to the interior from the sea
(called Deception, since one must sail around much of the island to find the small opening)

 

Deception island, was formed entirely by volcanic action

 

one of the abandoned research bases
evacuated during the 1960's due to volcanic eruptions

 

landing of Red Coats over bathing suits, at Pendulum Cove

 

to enjoy the hot geothermal springs

 

relaxing in the pool

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Argentine Bellinghausen Chilean Station Polish Nelson Island Deception Island Lemaire Channel Icebergs Petermann Island Trinity Island Elephant Island King George Island

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