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Mount Cornwell

Mount Cornwell
Elevation:2,972 metres (9,750 feet)
Latitude:50° 18′ 00″ N
Longitude:114° 46′ 50″ W
Location:Alberta, Canada
Topo map:NTS 82J/07
Range:Kananaskis Range
First ascent:1915
Easiest route:rock/snow climb

Mount Cornwell is located on the Continental Divide at Kananaskis Park of the Canadian Rockies. The mountain was named in 1918 after John Cornwell, a sixteen year old crewman aboard the HMS Chester, which was severely damaged in the Battle of Jutland. Cornwell was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the battle. Mount Chester was also named after his ship.

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Last updated: 10-14-2005 08:15:45
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