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Dumont d'Urville Station Nationality: France
History: France's Dumont d'Urville is named for French explorerJules-Sebastien-Cesar Dumont d'Urville. It was built in 1956 to replace Port Martin station, which burned down on the night of January 24, 1952, without injury to anyone. Information: The station allows only 30-40 people to come ashore at one time. Ice and strong katabatic winds often prevent landings, either by Zodiac or by helicopter. The station can accommodate 30 winter-overs and 120 during the summer. Science: Web Cam: Website: Wildlife: |
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