Mount Angier

Mount Angier (83°21′S 161°0′E / 83.350°S 161.000°E / -83.350; 161.000Coordinates: 83°21′S 161°0′E / 83.350°S 161.000°E / -83.350; 161.000) is a prominent peak in the Moore Mountains, Queen Elizabeth Range. Named by the New Zealand Geological Survey Antarctic Expedition (NZGSAE) (1961–62) for Lieutenant Commander Donald L. Angier, U.S. Navy, pilot of the reconnaissance, landing and pick-up flights in this area.

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