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Capital City: Charlotte Amalie


Population: 109,825 people


Language: English



Major Religion: Baptist 42%, Roman Catholic 34%, Episcopalian 17%.



Borders:

  • North Atlantic Sea (North)
  • Caribbean Sea (South)



Total land area (sq. km.): 1,910 sq. km




Terrain: Hilly to rugged and mountains with little level land




Climates: Subtropical,winds, low humidity. Little seasonal temperature, rainy season September to November




Location: Caribbean, Islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean , East of Puerto Rico


Coordinates: 18° N, 64° W


Natural Resources: Sun, Sand, Sea, Surf


Major Imports: Crude oil, foodstuffs, consumer goods, building materials


Major Exports: Refined petroleum products




Type of Government: Follows U.S.A Government




Date of Independence: Became a U.S.A Territory in 1917


Picture of Flag:
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Bonus Material: -The islands are subject to tropical storms and hurricanes.
-Tourism is primary economic activity.


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