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==== 1972 Dispute ==== | ==== 1972 Dispute ==== | ||
In 1972, a team consisting of personnel from the [[Pelaxian Hydrographic Service]] and Stenzan personnel working together determined the geographic coordinates for Freda Island. During negotiations between Pelaxia and [[Stenza]] on their maritime boundary in 1973, both states claimed Hans Island was part of their territory. No agreement was reached between the two governments on the issue. A claim that continues to this day. | In 1972, a team consisting of personnel from the [[Pelaxian Hydrographic Service]] and Stenzan personnel working together determined the geographic coordinates for Freda Island. During negotiations between Pelaxia and [[Stenza]] on their maritime boundary in 1973, both states claimed Hans Island was part of their territory. No agreement was reached between the two governments on the issue. A claim that continues to this day. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Freda Island is situated in the Okatian Sea, near Australis. It is renowned for its large and secure natural harbor. The island is a caldera of an active volcano, with Mount Charco being its highest point, rising to 542 meters above sea level. The island spans an area of 72 km² and has approximate dimensions of 12 km in both length and width. The geological history of Freda Island is etched into its very foundations. Basalt columns line parts of the coast, remnants of ancient lava flows. Within the caldera lies a thermal lake, heated by geothermal activity below. This lake is not only a natural wonder but also a vital resource for the island’s inhabitants. | Freda Island is situated in the Okatian Sea, near Australis. It is renowned for its large and secure natural harbor. The island is a caldera of an active volcano, with Mount Charco being its highest point, rising to 542 meters above sea level. The island spans an area of 72 km² and has approximate dimensions of 12 km in both length and width. The geological history of Freda Island is etched into its very foundations. Basalt columns line parts of the coast, remnants of ancient lava flows. Within the caldera lies a thermal lake, heated by geothermal activity below. This lake is not only a natural wonder but also a vital resource for the island’s inhabitants. | ||
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== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
[[File:330px-7682-whalers-bay-whaling-boat.jpg|thumb|right|Abandoned equipment at Bahía Ballena]] | |||
Historic economic development in the 20th century was advanced by ship resupplying and fishing. Since the 1950s the island's economic activity increasingly focused on oil field exploration and tourism. All large settlements are now connected by road and, since 2008, a small train links Base Pogiano and Punta Fidel. The islands' major exports include fish and squid; its main imports include fuel, building materials and clothing. | [[File:1024px-Dørnberger - Flensing av blåhval, Whalers Bay, Deception Island.jpg|thumb|right|Painting depicting whalers in the south Okatian Sea]]Historic economic development in the 20th century was advanced by ship resupplying and fishing. Since the 1950s the island's economic activity increasingly focused on oil field exploration and tourism. All large settlements are now connected by road and, since 2008, a small train links Base Pogiano and Punta Fidel. The islands' major exports include fish and squid; its main imports include fuel, building materials and clothing. | ||
=== Oil Industry === | === Oil Industry === | ||
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===Whaling=== | ===Whaling=== | ||
By the second half of the 19th century, the island caught the interest of Pelaxian whose ability to kill huge numbers of whales really ratcheted up as new whaling techniques and technologies coming out of - most notably the exploding harpoon cannon and ‘factory ships’ for processing whales at sea - paved the way for a dramatic expansion of the industry. | By the second half of the 19th century, the island caught the interest of Pelaxian whose ability to kill huge numbers of whales really ratcheted up as new whaling techniques and technologies coming out of - most notably the exploding harpoon cannon and ‘factory ships’ for processing whales at sea - paved the way for a dramatic expansion of the industry. | ||