"Marie Byrd Land" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Named by Richard E. Byrd, who first explored this area, in honor of his wife. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Marie Byrd Land}} Marie Byrd Land
  1. A region in western Antarctica, between latitudes 158°W and 103°24'W, considered terra nullius as it is largely unclaimed by any country. Wikipedia link: en:Marie Byrd Land, en:Richard E. Byrd Categories (place): Regions of Antarctica Related terms: Bir Tawil, Gornja Siga
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