Mount Jackson

Mount Jackson is a massive mountain that dominates the upland in the southern part of the Antarctic Peninsula. It rises to a majestic summit peak on south and east, while the north flank is occupied by a vast cirque. Alternate names for the mountain include Mount Andrew Jackson and Mount Ernest Gruening. It is located within the Antarctic claims of Argentina, Chile and the United Kingdom. Discovered by members of the United States Antarctic Servi... More

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