Army Peak
Army Peak (also known as Nelson Butte)[1] is a summit in the Nome Census Area, Alaska, United States. Its name likely derives from the United States Army's presence in the area after the establishment of Fort Davis in 1900.
| Army Peak | |
|---|---|
| Nelson Butte | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | 64°32′20″N 165°11′14″W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Seward Peninsula, Alaska, United States |
| Topo map | USGS Nome C-1 |
References
- Orth, Donald J. Dictionary of Alaska Place Names. Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1967. p 87.
- USGS GNIS Feature Detail Report: Army Peak
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