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The Virgin islands were under the Danish rule. US purchased them for $25 million in order to aid during the World War 1. Later St. John, St. Thomas and St. Croix together form the Virgin Islands today.
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How much did the us buy the Virgin Islands for?
The US bougth the US VIirgin islands with 25 million dollars worth of gold
Territory not gained by us at the end of the spanish-american war?
American Samoa and the US Virgin Islands.
What territories did the US NOT gain as a result of its victory in the Spanish American War?
It did not gain Midway Atoll. It did not gain Wake Island. It did not gain Palmyra Atoll. It did not gain the US Virgin Islands. It did not gain American Samoa, Alaska or Hawaii from the Spanish American War.
What country did not come under control of the US as a result of the Spanish American War?
American Samoa and the US Virgin Islands.
What did the US and Denmark do in the early 1900s?
Among other things, Denmark sold the US Virgin Islands to the United States. The treaty of sale was negotiated in 1916 and formal exchange of posession occured in 1917.
Are people from the US Virgin islands considered US citizens?
Persons born in the Virgin Islands are U.S. citizens.
When was the Virgin Islands established?
Christopher Columbus discovered the Virgin Islands for Europeans in 1493.
What is the official language of the US Virgin Islands?
The official language of the US Virgin Islands is English.
Are the US Virgin Islands rich or poor?
The US Virgin Islands have a mixed economy with a range of incomes. While there are some affluent areas, overall the islands have higher poverty rates than the US mainland, with many residents facing economic challenges.
What is the land area for the US Virgin Islands?
The US Virgin Islands are 133.73 square miles.
How many acres does the Virgin Islands in the US have?
The US Virgin Islands' area is 85,587 acres.
Are the US Virgin Islands north or south of the British Virgin Islands?
South
Is st. johns in the virgin islands?
Yes. It is part of the US Virgin Islands.
Who is Virgin Islands leader?
Kenneth Mapp is the governor of the US Virgin Islands.
Is St Croix one of the US Virgin Islands?
Yes St. Croix is on of the US Virgin Islands.
Is the Virgin Islands part of the us?
Yes. The Virgin Islands are considered a US territory. But they aren't considered a US state.
What is the capital of the the virgin island?
the capital of the virgin islands is charlotte amalie
