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Richmond Peak has an ultra prominent peak and is rated as one of the top 40 mountains in Antarctica with a primary factor which is desirable for mountain climbers seeking a challenge. The primary factor of a mountain is the minimal vertical drop from its summit before one can ascend a higher peak. | Richmond Peak has an ultra prominent peak and is rated as one of the top 40 mountains in Antarctica with a primary factor which is desirable for mountain climbers seeking a challenge. The primary factor of a mountain is the minimal vertical drop from its summit before one can ascend a higher peak. | ||
==Peerage title== | |||
On 23 June 2025, Matthew Charles Stock was granted the [[Peerage of Westarctica|peerage title]] Baron of Richmond in recognition of his support of [[Westarctica]]. His Lordship's title was named for Richmond Peak. | |||
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Latest revision as of 05:10, 23 June 2025
Richmond Peak (75°48′S 115°49′W) is the central and culminating peak of the Toney Mountain massif. It is 3,595 meters (11,795 ft) high.
Discovery and name
The peak and surrounding area was mapped by USGS from ground surveys and United States Navy air photos collected from 1959–71. Richmond Peak was named by the Advisory Committee on Antarctic Names in honor of Addison E. Richmond Jr., of the United States Dept. of State, who served as Chairman of the Interagency Committee on Antarctica, from 1971–72.
Mountain climbing
Richmond Peak has an ultra prominent peak and is rated as one of the top 40 mountains in Antarctica with a primary factor which is desirable for mountain climbers seeking a challenge. The primary factor of a mountain is the minimal vertical drop from its summit before one can ascend a higher peak.
Peerage title
On 23 June 2025, Matthew Charles Stock was granted the peerage title Baron of Richmond in recognition of his support of Westarctica. His Lordship's title was named for Richmond Peak.