Williamson Head
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Williamson Head is a prominent cape 6 nautical miles (11 km) west-northwest of Drake Head
on the coast of Antarctica. Discovered from the Terra Nova
in February 1911 during Scott's last expedition. Named for Petty Officer Thomas S. Williamson, Royal Navy
, a member of the expedition.
Drake Head
Drake Head is a headland forming the west side of the entrance to Davies Bay. Discovered from the Terra Nova under Lieutenant Harry L.L. Pennell, Royal Navy, in February 1911. Named for Francis R.H. Drake, meteorologist on board the Terra Nova....
on the coast of Antarctica. Discovered from the Terra Nova
Terra Nova (ship)
The Terra Nova was built in 1884 for the Dundee whaling and sealing fleet. She worked for 10 years in the annual seal fishery in the Labrador Sea, proving her worth for many years before she was called upon for expedition work.Terra Nova was ideally suited to the polar regions...
in February 1911 during Scott's last expedition. Named for Petty Officer Thomas S. Williamson, Royal Navy
Royal Navy
The Royal Navy is the naval warfare service branch of the British Armed Forces. Founded in the 16th century, it is the oldest service branch and is known as the Senior Service...
, a member of the expedition.