Ross Dependency

Ross Dependency is a region of Antarctica claimed by New Zealand. However, since the Antarctic Treaty came into force in 1961, most countries do not recognize territorial claims in Antarctica.

The area is defined by a sector originating at the South Pole, passing along longitudes 160° east to 150° west, and terminating at latitude 60° south.

Following his discovery of Victoria Land in 1841, James Clark Ross took possession of this territory, along with the surrounding sea, on behalf of Britain.

Scott Base (New Zealand), McMurdo Station (US), Mario Zucchelli Station (Italy), and Jang Bogo Station (South Korea) are permanently occupied human habitations in the area, and Amundsen–Scott South Pole Station (US) is partially within the territory.