American Samoa
Settled as early as 1000 B.C., Samoa was "discovered" by European explorers in the 18th century. International rivalries in the latter half of the 19th century were settled by an 1899 treaty in which Germany and the US divided the Samoan archipelago. The US formally occupied its portion - a smaller group of eastern islands with the excellent harbor of Pago Pago - the following year.
Languages & Population
Approximate Population: 57,663 (July 2007 est.)
Nationality (Noun): American Samoan(s) (US nationals)
Nationality (Adjective): American Samoan
Official Language(s): Samoan
Major Languages Spoken: English, Samoan, Tongan
Country Facts
Country Name (long form): Territory of American Samoa
Country Name (short form): American Samoa
Country Name (local long form): none
Country Name (local short form): none
Name of Capital: Pago Pago
UTC Time Difference (from capital): UTC-11 (6 hours behind Washington, DC during Standard Time)
Countries Near by, and Bordering American Samoa: Tokelau, Wallis and Futuna Islands, Niue, Samoa
Land Area: 199 sq km
Comparative Area: slightly larger than Washington, DC
Coastline: 116 km
National Holiday: Flag Day, 17 April (1900)
International Phone Code: 684
Currency Code: US dollar (USD)
Internet Country Code: .as
US Embassy Location: none (territory of the US)
US Embassy Mailing Address: none
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