The Mariana Islands is a chain consisting of Guam, Saipan, Tinian & Rota. Here's a little info about the Island we're from.
Guahan (Guam, USA):
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Overview
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US territory. · Guam was ceded to the US by Spain in 1898. Captured by the Japanese in 1941, it was retaken by the US three years later. ·
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Ferdinand Magellan landed on Guam March 6, 1521, sailing under the Spanish Flag.
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Guam still has the remains of Spanish forts on its coasts today.
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The military installation on the island is one of the most strategically important US bases in the Pacific.
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Capital: Hagatna (Agana)
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The motto of Guam is "Where America's Day Begins".
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Geography:
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Largest and southernmost island in the Mariana Islands archipelago; strategic location in western North Pacific Ocean.
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Geographic coordinates: 13 N, 144 E · Just 30 miles long and between 8 and 11 miles wide.
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Climate: generally warm and humid, dry season (Jan-Jun), rainy season (Jul-Dec)
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Terrain: volcanic origin, surrounded by coral reefs; relatively flat coralline limestone plateau (source of most fresh water), with steep coastal cliffs and narrow coastal plains in north, low hills in center, mountains in south.
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People & Economy: ·
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Population: 169,885 (2015 est.) · Chamorro 37.1%, Filipino 26.3%, other Pacific islander 11.3%, white 6.9%, other Asian 6.3%, other ethnic origin or race 2.3%, mixed 9.8% (2000 census) ·
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Tourism and Military – make up majority of Guam’s economy
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