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Pullen Island (Antarctica)

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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.

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