Bruce Island
Bruce Island (Russian: Остров Брюса, romanized: Ostrov Brjusa) is an island in Franz Josef Land, Russia. Its area is 191 square kilometres (74 sq mi). The highest point of the island is 301 metres (988 ft).
Russian: Остров Брюса | |
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Bruce Island Location in the Franz Josef Archipelago. | |
| Geography | |
| Location | Arctic |
| Coordinates | 80°03′N 50°00′E |
| Archipelago | Franz Josef Archipelago |
| Area | 191 km2 (74 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 301 m (988 ft) |
| Administration | |
Russia | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
This island was named after Henry Bruce, who succeeded the Earl of Northbrook as President of the Royal Geographical Society.
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