Big Tom, Bronx
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Big Tom is a submerged rock in Eastchester Bay, The Bronx, one quarter mile west<ref> Template:Cite book</ref> of Belden Point. It is only visible at very low tide, however it is nonetheless referred to in historical journals. It is thought to be named after Thomas Pell who owned City Island.<ref>Template:Cite encyclopaedia</ref> It is the only serious hazard to navigation in that part of the Bay.<ref>Template:Cite book</ref>
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- Template:Cite book — navigation instructions to sailors for avoiding Big Tom