Information: Bellinghausen has a normal population of 25, despite its max. capacity of 50. It has gained a reputation in recent years as a trading post, with station members often willing to swap or sell pins, flags and clothing.

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Bellinghausen Station

History: Russia set up Bellinghausen station in 1968 on the nearly ice-free Fildes Peninsula at the island's southwestern tip. After a fuel tank farm was established the station became a major fuel depot for the Soviet Antarctic fishing fleet.

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