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Etolin Strait

Etolin Strait

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Region:
  • Bethel (CA)
Nearest City:
About

Near the E shore of Bering Sea, between Nunivak Island and Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. 50 miles long.

History of Etolin Strait

Discovered in 1821 by Captain A K Etolin, later governor of the Russian American colonies, who named it "Cook Strait" for Captain James Cook, Royal Navy (RN). Admiral A J von Krusenstern later proposed that it be named for its discoverer.

Places Near Etolin Strait
Capes:

Cape Avinof,

Channels:

Etolin Strait,

Islands:

Kikegtek Island, Kwigluk Island, Pingurbek Island,

Rivers:

Kinak River, Kuguklik River,

Cities:

Anogok, Kipnuk,