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Beerenberg (Bear Mountain), Jan Mayen Island
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Beerenberg (Bear Mountain), Jan Mayen Island
Beerenberg is a stratovolcano which forms the northeastern end of the Norwegian island of Jan Mayen and is a part of Kingdom of Norway. It was used as a whaling base by the Dutch. The last eruption was in 1985.
circa 1930
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1985 Basaltic Bear Covered Eruption Glacier Glaciers Lava Northeastern Norway Norwegian Stratovolcano Volcano Whaling Base Mayen
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Beerenberg, the majestic stratovolcano that forms the northeastern end of the desolate and uninhabited Norwegian island of Jan Mayen, is a sight to behold. This photograph, captured around the 1930s, showcases the snow-covered Beerenberg in all its glory, with its icy peaks jutting out from the Atlantic Ocean. The volcano, a part of the Kingdom of Norway, has a rich history, having served as a whaling base for the Dutch during the 17th and 18th centuries. Beerenberg, which translates to 'Bear Mountain,' is a basaltic volcano, characterized by its conical shape and steep slopes. The last recorded eruption occurred in 1985, leaving behind a trail of volcanic ash and lava flows. The mountain is covered in glaciers, with the largest one, named after the Norwegian explorer Nansen, stretching down its western flank. The photograph captures the raw beauty and power of nature, with the icy glaciers contrasting against the dark, volcanic terrain. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the harsh living conditions faced by the Dutch whalers who once called this remote and inhospitable land their home. Beerenberg stands as a testament to the untamed forces of nature, a reminder of the power and majesty of the Earth.
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