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Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands (Society Islands)
Austral Islands (also part of French Polynesia). Their area is 404 km2 and their population is over 36,000. The westernmost Leeward Islands comprise
Leeward Islands-Windward Islands (Society Islands)
Assembly of French Polynesia (see also Politics of French Polynesia). Leeward Islands (Society Islands) Geography portal Islands portal Oceania portal
Leeward Islands-French Polynesia
the Society Islands and the remaining population lives in the rest of the archipelago. French Polynesia is divided into five groups of islands: the Society
Leeward Islands-Politics of French Polynesia
subdivisions administratives Windward Islands and Leeward Islands are part of the Society Islands) Leeward Islands (French: Îles Sous-le-Vent or officially
Leeward Islands-Flag of French Polynesia
flag of French Polynesia (French: drapeau de la Polynésie française) is the civil and state flag of the French overseas country French Polynesia. It was
Leeward Islands-Geography of French Polynesia
There are 118 islands in French Polynesia (and many more islets or motus around atolls). Four of the islands are volcanic and one island is coral. Makatea
Leeward Islands-Annexation of the Leeward Islands by France
The annexation of the Leeward Islands (French: Annexion des îles Sous-le-vent) or the Leewards War (French: Guerre des îles Sous-le-vent) was a series
Leeward Islands-Assembly of French Polynesia
(: Assemblée de la Polynésie française, Tahitian: Te apoʻoraʻa rahi o te fenua Māʻohi) is the unicameral legislature of
Leeward Islands-Bora Bora
Bora Bora (French: Bora-Bora; Tahitian: Pora Pora) is an island group in the Leeward Islands in the South Pacific. The Leeward Islands comprise the western
Leeward Islands-Telecommunications in French Polynesia
megabits per second. The cable will also connect to Moorea and the Leeward Islands of Huahine, Raiatea and Bora Bora. Main lines in use: 32,000 (1995)
Leeward Islands-List of cities in French Polynesia
French Polynesia: Sources: [1] Marquesas Islands : Fatu Hiva Hiva Oa Nuku Hiva (chef-lieu) Tahuata Ua Huka Ua Pou Windward Islands (Society Islands) :
Leeward Islands-Marquesas Islands
islands in French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the southern Pacific Ocean. Their highest point is the peak of Mount Oave (French:
Leeward Islands-Maupiti
Maupiti is an island in the western Leeward Islands in French Polynesia. It is the westernmost volcanic island in the archipelago, 315 kilometres (196
Leeward Islands-Uturoa
commune located in Ra'iātea, the largest island of the Îles Sous le Vent (Leeward Islands) in French Polynesia, in the South Pacific Ocean. It is situated
Leeward Islands-Society Islands
major islands of Tahiti, Moʻorea, Raiatea, Bora Bora and Huahine. Politically, they are part of French Polynesia, an overseas country of the French Republic
Leeward Islands-List of islands of France
decreasing area. List of the most populated French islands. List of inhabited islands of Atlantic France: Chausey Grande-Île Mont Saint-Michel (by very
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands (disambiguation)
Islands may also refer to: Leeward Islands (Society Islands), the western islands of the Society Islands in French Polynesia Pulau Bawah, old colonial
Leeward Islands-List of islands in the Pacific Ocean
and Polynesia. Depending on the context, the term Pacific Islands may refer to one of several different concepts: (1) those countries and islands with
Leeward Islands-Index of French Polynesia–related articles
Disappointment Islands Duke of Gloucester Islands Economy of French Polynesia Eiao Eiao Island Nature Reserve Elections in French Polynesia Faaa Fa'a'ā International
Leeward Islands-Tupai
atoll in Society Islands, French Polynesia. It lies 19 km to the north of Bora Bora and belongs to the western Leeward Islands (French: Îles Sous-le-vent)
Leeward Islands-Raiatea
Society Islands, after Tahiti, in French Polynesia, in the South Pacific Ocean. The island is widely regarded as the "centre" of the eastern islands in ancient
Leeward Islands-Bora Bora Island
Bora Island is a 19.91 km2 (8 sq mi) island in the Bora Bora Islands Group, within the Society Islands of French Polynesia. It is the main island of the
Leeward Islands-UTC−10:00
French Polynesia, and the Cook Islands. Principal cities: Honolulu, Avarua, Papeete, Fa'a'ā France French Polynesia Society Islands Leeward Islands Windward
Leeward Islands-Administrative divisions of French Polynesia
commune of French Polynesia. On February 21, 2007, Clipperton Island was transferred from the High Commissioner of the republic in French Polynesia to the
Leeward Islands-List of ecoregions in France
forests (Martinique) Guianan moist forests (French Guiana) Leeward Islands moist forests (Guadeloupe) Windward Islands moist forests (Martinique) Ile Europa
Leeward Islands-Taputapuatea
Raiatea, in the administrative subdivision of the Leeward Islands, themselves part of the Society Islands. At the 2017 census it had a population of 4,792
Leeward Islands-Franco-Tahitian War
allies in the South Pacific archipelago of the Society Islands in modern-day French Polynesia. Tahiti was converted to Protestant Christianity by the
Leeward Islands-Huahine
island located among the Society Islands, in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the South Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Leeward Islands
Leeward Islands-Fetia Api
centre-right political party in French Polynesia from 1996 to 2016, advocating for the autonomy of French Polynesia. The party was led by Boris Léontieff
Leeward Islands-Windward Islands (disambiguation)
Windward Islands (Society Islands), the eastern islands of the Society Islands in French Polynesia Hawaiian Windward Islands, the main islands of Hawaii
Leeward Islands-Kingdom of Bora Bora
to all the Leeward Islands, including Bora Bora. The Mamaia sect gained such influence over Tahaa and Bora Bora that in 18303 the two islands joined forces
Leeward Islands-List of islands by name (A)
features a list of islands sorted by their name beginning with the letter A. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z List of islands (by country)
Leeward Islands-Overseas France
Overseas France (French: France d'outre-mer, also France ultramarine) consists of 13 French-administered territories outside Europe, mostly the remains
Leeward Islands-Flags of country subdivisions (Oceania)
Tuāmotu Islands, plus the Leeward Islands and the Windward Islands (the last two collectively formerly known as the Society Islands). Although French Polynesia
Leeward Islands-Motu One (Society Islands)
Maupiti, itself in the administrative subdivision of the Leeward Islands. French Polynesia Stanton, William (1975). The Great United States Exploring
Leeward Islands-Maupiti Airport
one of the Leeward Islands in French Polynesia. The airport is 2 kilometres (1.1 NM) north of the village. NTTP – MAUPITI. AIP from French Service d'information
Leeward Islands-Taha'a
is an island located among the western group, the Leeward Islands, of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the
Leeward Islands-Paahi
private island in the Bora Bora Islands Group, within the Society Islands of French Polynesia. It is located between Vananui and Tane. The island has a
Leeward Islands-1977 French Polynesian legislative election
territoriale Assembly of French Polynesia Sanford wins in Tahiti Pacific Islands Monthly, August 1977, p17 Stephen Henningham (1992) France and the South Pacific:
Leeward Islands-French colonial flags
Austral Islands Flag of the Gambier Islands Flag of the Marquesas Islands Flag of the Leeward Islands Flag of the Tuamotu Archipelago Flag of Rapa (French Polynesia)
Leeward Islands-Tumaraa
Ra'iātea, in the administrative subdivision of the Leeward Islands, themselves part of the Society Islands. At the 2017 census it had a population of 3,721
Leeward Islands-The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in French Polynesia
Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) had its first presence in French Polynesia in 1843 when the first missionaries arrived in the country. It was
Leeward Islands-Bora-Bora (commune)
of French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune is in the administrative subdivision of the Leeward Islands. Its
Leeward Islands-1967 French Polynesian legislative election
the Austral Islands (2 seats), the Leeward Islands (6), the Marquesas Islands (2), Tuamotu–Gambier Islands (4) and the Windward Islands (16). The main
Leeward Islands-Jarnac Convention
Franco-British diplomatic tension by guaranteeing the independence of the Leeward Islands in Polynesia. It was abrogated with the agreement of both parties in 1887
Leeward Islands-Hipu
commune of Taha'a, in . It is situated in the subdivision of the , an overseas collectivity of
Leeward Islands-Moetai Brotherson
a French Polynesian politician who has served as President of French Polynesia since 12 May 2023. He had previously represented French Polynesia's 3rd
Leeward Islands-Hawaiian Islands
Partial islands, atolls, reefs—those west of Niʻihau are uninhabited except Midway Atoll—form the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Leeward Islands): Nihoa
Leeward Islands-Teriimaevarua III
of the royal house of Bora Bora until her death. French Polynesia Annexation of the Leeward Islands List of monarchs who lost their thrones in the 19th
Leeward Islands-Vaitape
lost the Franco-Tahitian War and the Leeward Islands War making Tahiti and all the other islands belong to France. During the California Gold Rush, many
Leeward Islands-French Polynesia's 3rd constituency
French Polynesia's third constituency is a French legislative constituency in French Polynesia. It is represented by Moetai Brotherson of Tavini Huiraatira
Leeward Islands-Manuae (Society Islands)
Society Islands' Leeward Islands, located 217 mi. (350 km) west of Bora Bora and 342 mi. (550 km) west of Pape'ete. Manua'e consists of a ring of islands approximately
Leeward Islands-List of transcontinental countries
the islands of Easter Island and Isla Salas y Gómez, which are within the Oceania subregion of Polynesia. Those and the oceanic Juan Fernández Islands and
Leeward Islands-Gallery of Polynesian flags
Austral Islands (1985-present) Flag of the Gambier Islands (1837-present) Flag of the Leeward Islands (2000-present) Flag of the Marquesas Islands (1998-present)
Leeward Islands-List of islands by name (M)
country) List of islands by area List of islands by population List of islands by highest point Majuli, River Island. "Largest river island". Guinness World
Leeward Islands-Haamene
commune of Taha'a, in . It is situated in the subdivision of the , an overseas collectivity of
Leeward Islands-Subregion
Clipperton Island in this subregion) Cook Islands Easter Island Salas and Gómez Island French Polynesia Tahiti Hawaiian Islands Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Midway
Leeward Islands-French colonial empire
island groups which make up French Polynesia (including the Society Islands, the Marquesas, the Gambier Islands, the Austral Islands and the Tuamotus), and
Leeward Islands-British Virgin Islands
north-west of Anguilla. The islands are geographically part of the Virgin Islands archipelago and are located in the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles
Leeward Islands-Oceanian realm
This realm includes the islands of the Pacific Ocean in Micronesia, the Fijian Islands, the Hawaiian islands, and Polynesia (with the exception of New
Leeward Islands-Faaaha
commune of Taha'a, in . It is situated in the subdivision of the , an overseas collectivity of
Leeward Islands-United Nations list of non-self-governing territories
the list, either unilaterally (as in the case of French overseas territories such as French Polynesia), or by a vote of the General Assembly (as in the
Leeward Islands-Louise Peltzer
Peltzer is a French Polynesian politician, former government minister, and linguist. Peltzer is originally from Huahine in the Leeward Islands. She holds
Leeward Islands-Micronesia
The Gilbert Islands (along with the Phoenix Islands and the Line Islands in Polynesia) comprise the Republic of Kiribati. The Mariana Islands are affiliated
Leeward Islands-Tahitian language
Reo Māʼohi, languages of French Polynesia) is a Polynesian language, spoken mainly on the Society Islands in French Polynesia. It belongs to the Eastern
Leeward Islands-1986 French Polynesian legislative election
French Polynesia Flosse landslide victory unites opposition leaders Pacific Islands Monthly, May 1986, p25 La mandature 1986-1991 Assembly of French Polynesia
Leeward Islands-Society Islands tropical moist forests
Society Islands tropical moist forests is a tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests ecoregion in the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The Society
Leeward Islands-Dominique Marghem
a French medical doctor, who, who has spent his career working in French Polynesia. From 2010 to 2012 he served as director of French Polynesia's health
Leeward Islands-Polynesian Navigation Company
Polynesiènne) (SNP) is a shipping company in French Polynesia which operates routes between Tahiti and the Leeward Islands and Tuamotus. It is a subsidiary of
Leeward Islands-Tapura Amui no Tuhaa Pae
Manahune) was a political party in French Polynesia. They had a left political leaning, and advocated for French Polynesian independence. The party small
Leeward Islands-Marquesas tropical moist forests
broadleaf forests ecoregion in the Marquesas Islands of French Polynesia. The Marquesas Islands include 12 major islands of volcanic origin. They extend northwest
Leeward Islands-COVID-19 pandemic in French Polynesia
confirmed to have reached the French overseas collectivity of French Polynesia in March 2020. As of 24 August 2021, French Polynesia has been the worst affected
Leeward Islands-Fatu-Hiva
section below) is the southernmost island of the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. With Motu Nao
Leeward Islands-Maupiti (commune)
of French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune is in the administrative subdivision of the Leeward Islands. The
Leeward Islands-Pre-1900 South Pacific cyclone seasons
Norfolk Island. 1819 – A tropical cyclone impacted French Polynesia's Society Islands. 1820 – A tropical cyclone impacted the Solomon Islands in or around
Leeward Islands-Hōkūleʻa
(Easter Island) and back, via the Marquesas Islands of French Polynesia. While in the Marquesas, short trips were made between principal islands of the
Leeward Islands-Marcel Hart
océanistes, Issue 36, p251 Les élus de l’assemblée territoriale Assembly of French Polynesia Mr. Marcel Hart Pacific Islands Monthly, March 1969, p130 v t e
Leeward Islands-Economy of Saint Martin (island)
as the main gateway to the Leeward Islands. The larger post-Panamax cruise ships made regular stops to the island. The island offers duty-free shopping
Leeward Islands-Climate of France
type for the subantarctic islands, to the tropical maritime type for the French West Indies, the equatorial type for French Guiana and the polar maritime
Leeward Islands-Austronesian peoples
of Mainland Southeast Asia, Micronesia, coastal New Guinea, Island Melanesia, Polynesia, and Madagascar that speak Austronesian languages. They also
Leeward Islands-Tonga
(Tongan: Puleʻanga Fakatuʻi ʻo Tonga), is an island country in Polynesia, part of Oceania. The country has 171 islands – of which 45 are inhabited. Its total
Leeward Islands-List of islands by name (F)
features a list of islands sorted by their name beginning with the letter F. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z List of islands (by country)
Leeward Islands-List of pidgins, creoles, mixed languages and cants based on Indo-European languages
Australia Australian Kriol Torres Strait Creole Pacific Islands Micronesia Ngatikese Creole Polynesia Hawaiian Creole Pitkern language (Pitcairn–Norfolk)
Leeward Islands-Outrigger boat
canoes are the traditional configurations in Polynesia, Micronesia, and Madagascar. In the Pacific Islands, a single outrigger float is called an ama.
Leeward Islands-Lists of volcanoes
Ascension Island List of volcanoes in Australia List of volcanoes in Fiji List of volcanoes in French Polynesia List of volcanoes in French Southern and
Leeward Islands-Tuarii
regnant of Raiatea and Tahaa in the Leeward Islands of the Society Islands, part of present-day French Polynesia. She was the last monarch of the kingdom
Leeward Islands-Raiatea fruit dove
bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Society Islands in French Polynesia. Although first named to science in 1853, this fruit dove was
Leeward Islands-Tehaapapa III
a Tuariihi'onoa. She died at Fare, 27 April 1917. French Polynesia Annexation of the Leeward Islands List of monarchs who lost their thrones in the 19th
Leeward Islands-2023 French Polynesian legislative election
Legislative elections were held in French Polynesia on 16 and 30 April 2023 to elect 57 representatives of the Assembly. The last election was in 2018
Leeward Islands-1940s South Pacific cyclone seasons
vicinity of French Polynesia's Leeward Islands, before it moved south-eastwards and passed to the south of Tahiti and north of the Austral Islands during February
Leeward Islands-List of colonies
British Honduras British Hong Kong British Leeward Islands Anguilla Antigua Barbuda British Virgin Islands Dominica Montserrat Nevis Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla
Leeward Islands-List of islands by name (N)
features a list of islands sorted by their name beginning with the letter N. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z List of islands (by country)
Leeward Islands-Charles Vernier
from 1911 to 1951, and was the first elected representative of French Polynesia to the French legislature. Vernier was the son of Pastor Frederic Vernier
Leeward Islands-Teriimaevarua II
Convention. In 1888, France and Britain agreed to abrogate their previous treaty and allow the French to annex the Leeward Islands. Royal power remained
Leeward Islands-List of archipelagos
French Polynesia Acteon Group Austral Islands Gambier Islands Marquesas Rurutu Society Islands Îles du vent (Windward Islands) Îles sous le vent (Leeward Islands)
Leeward Islands-Cyclone Wasa–Arthur
it passed through the French Polynesian Society Islands, and became the first major tropical cyclone to affect French Polynesia since 1983. During 12
Leeward Islands-Lana Tetuanui
election. In 2001, she was elected to the Assembly of French Polynesia for the Leeward Islands on the list led by Oscar Temaru. She became an ally of
Leeward Islands-Milou Ebb
13 March 2009) was a French Polynesian politician and Cabinet Minister who served as president of the Assembly of French Polynesia from 1995 to 1996 and
Leeward Islands-Montserrat
is a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean. It is part of the Leeward Islands, the northern portion of the Lesser Antilles chain of the West Indies
Leeward Islands-Colonial empire
Indies Bahamas Barbados Bermuda Leeward Islands (1671–1816),(1833–1958) Windward Islands (1833–1960) Cayman Islands Colony of Jamaica (1655–1962) Trinidad
Leeward Islands-Haʻava
channel that separates Tahuata from Hiva Oa, in the southern Marquesas Islands. The French name for the passage is Canal du Bordelais. The seas generally move
Leeward Islands-List of members of the Assembly of French Polynesia (2023–2028)
Members of the Assembly of French Polynesia were elected on 16 and 30 April 2023. According to second-round results, the 57 representatives consisted of
Leeward Islands-1982–83 South Pacific cyclone season
of up to 100 km/h (60 mph), caused minor damage to French Polynesia's Leeward and Society Islands. During March 7, a tropical depression developed about
Leeward Islands-Spondias purpurea
the Bahamas, Bolivia, Cayman Islands, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Florida, French Guiana, Guyana, Haiti, Leeward Islands, Peru, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and
Leeward Islands-Hiva Oa
Hiva Oa is the second largest island in the Marquesas Islands, in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. Located at
Leeward Islands-List of members of the Assembly of French Polynesia (2013–2018)
Members of the Assembly of French Polynesia were elected on 21 April and 5 May 2013. According to second-round results, the 57 representatives consisted
Leeward Islands-Maupihaa
Maupihaa, also known as Mopelia, is an atoll in the Leeward group (Iles sous le Vent) of the Society Islands, in the South Pacific. This atoll is located 72 km
Leeward Islands-Grey reef shark
Pacific islands, including American Samoa, the Chagos Archipelago, Easter Island, Christmas Island, the Cook Islands, the Marquesas Islands, the Tuamotu
Leeward Islands-Teuhe
issue at Papeete, 21 August 1891.[citation needed] French Polynesia Annexation of the Leeward Islands List of monarchs who lost their thrones in the 19th
Leeward Islands-Queen Mamea
Huahine in the Society Islands by English speaking European and American newspapers during the annexation of the Leeward Islands. According to erroneous
Leeward Islands-Polynésie la 1ère
known as Polynésie la 1ère, is a French public television channel based in Faa'a which broadcasts in French Polynesia. In return for the installation of
Leeward Islands-Teriitaria II
the French. In 1845 she defeated an attempt by the French to establish a protectorate over the remaining independent states of the Leeward Islands (Bora
Leeward Islands-Jean-Baptiste Céran-Jérusalémy
February 1921 — 15 May 2014) was a French Polynesian politician who served twice as president of the Assembly of French Polynesia. He was a founder of the Democratic
Leeward Islands-1972 French Polynesian legislative election
on their heels at French-Polynesian poll Pacific Islands Monthly, October 1972, p13 Les élus de l’assemblée territoriale Assembly of French Polynesia
Leeward Islands-Tokelau
'north wind'; known previously as the Union Islands, and, until 1976, known officially as the Tokelau Islands) is a dependent territory of New Zealand in
Leeward Islands-List of entities that have issued postage stamps (F–L)
1914–1956 French Oceanic Settlements 1892–1956 French Polynesia 1958 – French Protectorate, Morocco 1914–1915 French Soudan 1894–1944 French Southern and
Leeward Islands-Pōmare IV
under the French administration from 1847 until 1877. She attempted to install her children in positions of power in Tahiti and the Leeward Islands. Three
Leeward Islands-1957 French Polynesian legislative election
sièges à pourvoir Assembly of French Polynesia All Quiet in French Islands But Prickly Problem Is Due Soon Pacific Islands Monthly, August 1958, p14 Les
Leeward Islands-Hawaii
eight main islands, the state has many smaller islands and islets. Kaʻula is a small island near Niʻihau. The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands is a group
Leeward Islands-Proa
was the windward/leeward hull arrangement. The Proa darted like a shooting star Lord Byron, "The Island", 1823 In the Marshall Islands, where the craft
Leeward Islands-List of tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests ecoregions
forests French Polynesia, Pitcairn Islands Tubuai tropical moist forests French Polynesia Western Polynesian tropical moist forests Baker Island, Howland
Leeward Islands-1962 French Polynesian legislative election
Tahitian Democratic Union two. The Complicated Politics of Polynesia Pacific Islands Monthly January 1963, p9 Chronology Assembly of French Polynesia
Leeward Islands-List of countries by population in 1939
(часть II). М., 1990/ с. 6–63 Tony Chafer, The end of empire in French West Africa: France's successful decolonisation? (2002)see Chafer abstract Archived
Leeward Islands-Tehaapapa I
Itia sent a message to Tahiti to ask her son Pomare II to come to the Leeward Islands and take Teriitaria II as his wife. On November 28, 1808 further informations
Leeward Islands-List of members of the Assembly of French Polynesia (2018–2023)
Members of the Assembly of French Polynesia were elected on 22 April and 6 May 2018. According to second-round results, the 57 representatives consisted
Leeward Islands-1982 French Polynesian legislative election
of French Polynesia Wrecks, safe returns in May 23 poll Pacific Islands Monthly, July 1982, pp22–23 Les Conseils de gouvernement Assembly of French Polynesia
Leeward Islands-Protocol Bringing under International Control Drugs outside the Scope of the Convention of 13 July 1931 for Limiting the Manufacture and Regulating the Distribution of Narcotic Drugs
The Protocol bringing under International Control Drugs Outside of the Scope of the 1931 Convention for Limiting the Manufacture and Regulating the Distribution
Leeward Islands-Māori history
real place – the traditionally important island of Raiatea in the Leeward Society Islands (in French Polynesia), which, in the local dialect, was called
Leeward Islands-Marama Teururai
end of the monarchy on this island. Regent Marama died at Huahine in 1909. French Polynesia Annexation of the Leeward Islands List of monarchs of Huahine
Leeward Islands-Amelioration Act 1798
Melioration Act or the Slavery Amelioration Act) was a statute passed by the Leeward Islands to improve the conditions of slaves in the British Caribbean colonies
Leeward Islands-Caribbean Football Union
overseas collectivity has the same political status as , who play in the Oceania Football Confederation as Tahiti. The
Leeward Islands-Octave Morillot
1878 — 27 April 1931) was a French painter who worked in French Polynesia for much of his life. He was the brother of French naval hero Roland Morillot
Leeward Islands-Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees
The Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, also known as the 1951 Refugee Convention or the Geneva Convention of 28 July 1951 is a United Nations
Leeward Islands-Kiritimati
(pronounced [kiˈrɪsmæs], also known as Christmas Island) is a Pacific Ocean atoll in the northern Line Islands. It is part of the Republic of Kiribati. The
Leeward Islands-Céline Oopa
of French Polynesia Les partis politiques: Le Here Ai’a (1) Assembly of French Polynesia Strong vote for autonomy in French Polynesia Pacific Islands Monthly
Leeward Islands-Honolulu
California, at 2,397 miles (3,858 km). Some islands off the Mexican coast and part of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska are slightly closer to Honolulu than
Leeward Islands-James Gambier, 1st Baron Gambier
volcano in South Australia, and Gambier Island in British Columbia, as well as the Gambier Islands in French Polynesia. Gambier appears as a minor character
Leeward Islands-Trimaran
the latter when tacking leeward. Double-outrigger boats, however, did not develop among Austronesians in Micronesia and Polynesia (although it exists in
Leeward Islands-Cyclone Alan
experienced in French Polynesia. The system, first noted as a tropical disturbance on April 17, 1998 east of the Northern Cook Islands, initially moved
Leeward Islands-List of battles involving France in modern history
List of wars involving France List of battles involving France (disambiguation) French Armed Forces Deployments of the French military Norrie MacQueen
Leeward Islands-Lists of governors
of Jamaica (Spain, England/United Kingdom) List of Governors of the Leeward Islands (1671–1958, England/United Kingdom) List of colonial and departmental
Leeward Islands-2018 French Polynesian legislative election
on 22 April and 6 May 2018. On 22 April 2018, voters cast their ballots in the first round of the election to the Assembly of
Leeward Islands-List of Mayday episodes
Flight 1121 crashes shortly after taking off from Moorea Airport in French Polynesia, killing all 19 passengers and the pilot. A badly worn elevator control
Leeward Islands-Norfolk Island
Howe Island. Together with the neighbouring Phillip Island and Nepean Island, the three islands collectively form the Territory of Norfolk Island. At the
Leeward Islands-Library of Congress Classification:Class K -- Law
British Leeward Islands 4001-4499........British Virgin Islands 5001-5999........British West Indies 6001-6499........British Windward Islands 1-499..
Leeward Islands-Brussels Agreement (1924)
Venereal Diseases: Report of a Study Group (WHO Technical Report Series, No. 150., 1958). (in French) Ratifications, official depositary information.
Leeward Islands-Royal African Company
Edmund Andros Sir John Banks Benjamin Bathurst, Deputy Governor of the Leeward Islands Henry Bennet, 1st Earl of Arlington George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham
Leeward Islands-List of de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter operators
operators Former operators are listed where possible. Antigua and Barbuda Leeward Islands Air Transport (LIAT) ♠ - former operator Australia Aeropelican Air
Leeward Islands-Discovery and settlement of Hawaii
of the Hawaiian Islands sometime between 940-1250 C.E., originating from earlier settlements first established in the Society Islands around 1025 to 1120
Leeward Islands-List of governors of dependent territories in the 20th century
Governor (1951–1957) Kenneth Blackburne, Governor (1957–1962) British Leeward Islands Governors Henry Hesketh Bell, Governor (1912–1916) Gordon James Lethem
Leeward Islands-Anti-Lebanon mountains
The mountains provide a rain shadow to the region on their east on their leeward side, such as the Syrian Desert. An important smuggling route between Lebanon
Leeward Islands-Slavery in the British Virgin Islands
In 1798 the Amelioration Act was passed by the Legislature of the Leeward Islands and applied to the Territory. This, amongst other things, prohibited
Leeward Islands-Tamatoa IV
Huahine. In May 1832, Queen Pomare IV united to the chiefs of the Leeward Islands in establishing a general peace. Afterwards, she threw away her husband
Leeward Islands-Catamaran
tabu) Papua New Guinea: Lakatoi Tonga: Hamatafua, kalia, tongiaki Polynesia Cook Islands: Vaka katea Hawaii: Waʻa kaulua Marquesas: Vaka touʻua New Zealand:
Leeward Islands-History of sugar
consumed. Some islands proved more successful than others when it came to producing the product. In Barbados and the British Leeward Islands, sugar provided
Leeward Islands-Hague–Visby Rules
ratifications of the original convention, as well as the 1968 and 1979 protocols (in French). Admiralty Law Guide has a brief discussion with useful links
Leeward Islands-International Agreement for the suppression of the White Slave Traffic
Many of the procurers and prostitutes who had accompanied the British and French troops to Constantinople during the Crimean War in the 1850s opened brothels
Leeward Islands-Teraupo'o
resistance leader of the islands of Raiatea and Tahaa who fought off French rule from 1887 to 1897 during the decade-long Leeward Islands War. Born during the
Leeward Islands-Sail
single-outrigger ships in Micronesia, Island Melanesia, Polynesia, and Madagascar were intrinsically unstable when tacking leeward. To deal with this, Austronesians
Leeward Islands-SMS Gneisenau
of South America, stopping for Gneisenau and Scharnhorst to attack French Polynesia in the Bombardment of Papeete in September. After arriving off the
Leeward Islands-Marcel Oopa
in the history of French Polynesia, participating in military uniform. In 1959 he became a councillor in the Leeward Islands, replacing his deceased uncle
Leeward Islands-Timeline of the introduction of radio in countries
(ZJV Suva), French Equatorial Africa [AEF]/Congo (R. Club Brazzaville), Haiti (HHK Port-au-Prince), Hyderabad (VUV Deccan R.), Leeward Islands (VP2LO Caribbean
Leeward Islands-Supplementary Convention on the Abolition of Slavery
trafficking Blackbirding Slave raiding in Easter Island Human trafficking in Papua New Guinea Blackbirding in Polynesia Europe and North Asia Sex trafficking in
Leeward Islands-Arthur William Hodge
dead, on a spot near unto the common prison." The Governor of the Leeward Islands Hugh Elliot was compelled to commission a militia to prevent reprisals
Leeward Islands-List of airports by ICAO code: N
Society Islands NTTG (RGI) – Rangiroa Airport – Rangiroa, Tuamotus NTTH (HUH) – Huahine - Fare Airport – Huahine, Leeward Islands (Society Islands) NTTM
Leeward Islands-Hawaii–Tahiti relations
united the island of Tahiti along with Moʻorea, Tetiaroa, and Mehetia although he was never able to conquer Maiao and the Leeward Islands, which remained
Leeward Islands-International Convention Concerning the Use of Broadcasting in the Cause of Peace
Communist bloc. However, during the 1980s, it was denounced by Australia, France, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. It was most recently ratified
Leeward Islands-Atlantic slave trade
late, British naval supremacy and control over key islands such as Jamaica, Trinidad, the Leeward Islands, and Barbados and the territory of British Guiana
Leeward Islands-List of Hawaiian animals extinct in the Holocene
which is a separate U.S. territory. The islands of East Polynesia (including New Zealand, Hawaii, and Easter Island) were among the last habitable places
Leeward Islands-List of aircraft registration prefixes
between Antigua & Barbuda, Saint Kitts & Nevis, and the British Virgin Islands. Since 2022 the registration suffix may contain the numbers 2 to 9, so
Leeward Islands-History of Basilan
Basilan is an island province of the Philippines. It is the largest and northernmost of the major islands of the Sulu Archipelago and is located just
Leeward Islands-Nicolai Michoutouchkine
visit to centre island. In July departure for French Polynesia; visit to the Windward in Leeward Islands, Tuamotu and the Austral Islands. Continuance collection
Leeward Islands-List of airline codes
LEBAP Turkmenistan LCA Leconte Airlines LECONTE United States LI LIA Leeward Islands Air Transport LIAT Antigua and Barbuda LGD Legend Airlines LEGENDARY
Leeward Islands-Sailing
around 3000 to 1500 BCE into the islands of Maritime Southeast Asia, and thence to Micronesia, Island Melanesia, Polynesia, and Madagascar. Since there is
Leeward Islands-Coronations in Oceania
in the other French Polynesian islands, including the Leeward kingdoms of Huahine, Raiatea, and Bora Bora, and even the Austral Island of Rurutu. The
Leeward Islands-Tākaka
migrating from the North Island in the 1820s. The name of the town may derive from Taha'a island in the Society Islands in French Polynesia. A local myth about
Leeward Islands-Sam Ohu Gon III
projects in East Asia, Latin America, Polynesia, and Micronesia. In 1991, Sam sailed on Hōkūleʻa around the Hawaiian Islands. He served on the board of the Ōhi'a
Leeward Islands-Thomas Moutame
is from Raiatea. He was first elected to the Assembly of French Polynesia at the 1996 French Polynesian legislative election. He lost his seat at the
Leeward Islands-List of airports by IATA airport code: N
United Kingdom NHV NTMD Nuku Hiva Airport Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia NHX KNBJ NOLF Barin (FAA: NBJ) Foley, Alabama, United States NHZ
Leeward Islands-Multihull
Austronesians to colonize maritime Southeast Asia, Micronesia, Island Melanesia, Madagascar, and Polynesia. These Austronesian vessels are still widely used today
Leeward Islands-Marine protected area
Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument, Coral Sea Commonwealth Marine Reserve and South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Marine Protected
Leeward Islands-List of inscribed flags
Saint Martin 2. French Caribbean Society Islands –present I S L V [abbreviation of "Îles Sous Le Vent"] L I [abbreviation of "Leeward Islands"] Trois-Rivières
Leeward Islands-Expo 2010 pavilions
the Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, the Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. French Polynesia was also represented
Leeward Islands-List of national founders
the islands of Tuvalu in 1764 during his circumnavigation of the globe as captain of the Dolphin (1751). Byron charted the atolls as Lagoon Islands. The
Leeward Islands-Andes
often but not always treated as part of the Northern Andes. The Leeward Antilles islands Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, which lie in the Caribbean Sea off
Leeward Islands-List of political and geographic subdivisions by total area (all)
3. ISBN 978-0-621-39563-1. Cooper, John (June 2006). "Antarctica and Islands: Background Research Paper produced for the South Africa Environment Outlook
Leeward Islands-Sailing ship
rapidly colonized the islands of Maritime Southeast Asia, then sailed further onwards to Micronesia, Island Melanesia, Polynesia, and Madagascar. Austronesian
Leeward Islands-Canberra
Snow is rare in the CBD (central business district) due to being on the leeward (eastern) side of the dividing range, but the surrounding areas get annual
Leeward Islands-List of political and geographic subdivisions by total area from 250 to 1,000 square kilometers
Vanuatu. Tuamotu-Gambier Islands 881 Administrative subdivision of French Polynesia. Virgin Islands 877.6 Archipelago of islands in the Greater Antilles
Leeward Islands-Underground Work (Women) Convention, 1935
denounced on 20/02/2008 Slovenia 29/05/1992 denounced on 18/03/2008 Solomon Islands 06/08/1985 ratified Somalia 18/11/1960 ratified South Africa 25/06/1936
Leeward Islands-List of terrestrial ecoregions (WWF)
Realm - Tundra Biome: 1 North-east Antarctic Peninsula; 2 South Orkney Islands; 3 North-west Antarctic Peninsula; 4 Central south Antarctic Peninsula;
Leeward Islands-Tropical cyclones in 2010
India Meteorological Department – Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea Météo-France – La Reunion – South Indian Ocean from 30°E to 90°E Fiji Meteorological
Leeward Islands-List of airports by IATA airport code: M
Airport Maupiti, Leeward Islands, French Polynesia UTC−10:00 MAV Maloelap Airport (FAA: 3N1) Taroa Island, Maloelap Atoll, Marshall Islands UTC+12:00 MAW
Leeward Islands-Timeline of extinctions in the Holocene
(19 March 2002). "Rapid prehistoric extinction of iguanas and birds in Polynesia". Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States
Leeward Islands-West Africa Squadron
work in the West Indies, nominally as apprentices. Journalist Howard W. French has argued that the impact of the Squadron has been overstated, calling
Leeward Islands-List of political and geographic subdivisions by total area from 1,000 to 3,000 square kilometers
Latvia. Ymer Island 2,437 Island part of Greenland. Anvers Island 2,432 Island part of Antarctica. Leeward Antilles 2,418 Subsection of islands in the Lesser
Leeward Islands-Treaty of Bern
organization of an International Postal Congress following the end of the French-German war of 1870–1871. The purpose of the treaty was to unify disparate
Leeward Islands-List of sovereign states in the 1950s
Territories: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, National Capital Territory of Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Laccadive, Minicoy, and Amindivi Islands, Manipur, Puducherry, Tripura
Leeward Islands-Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla
, with Anguilla being attached to Saint Christopher as a dependency in the same year. However, in 1882, the legislature of the
Leeward Islands-Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands
San Juan) is one of the Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea and a constituent district of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI), an unincorporated territory
Leeward Islands-Sugar plantations in the Caribbean
were a major part of the economy of the islands in the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Most Caribbean islands were covered with sugar cane fields and
Leeward Islands-LIAT
LIAT (1974) Ltd, also known as Leeward Islands Air Transport Services and operating as LIAT, was a regional airline headquartered in Antigua and Barbuda
Leeward Islands-Benjamin Pine
various times administrator of Natal, the Gold Coast, Antigua, the Leeward Islands and Western Australia. Born in 1809 in Maidstone Kent, Benjamin Pine
Leeward Islands-French Polynesia
Society Islands archipelago, comprising the Windward Islands and the Leeward Islands the Tuamotu Archipelago the Gambier Islands the Marquesas Islands the
Leeward Islands-Politics of French Polynesia
subdivisions administratives Windward Islands and Leeward Islands are part of the Society Islands) Leeward Islands (French: Îles Sous-le-Vent or officially subdivision
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands Airline Pilots Association
The Leeward Islands Airline Pilots Association is a trade union in the Leeward Islands and is registered in both Antigua and Barbados. Currently, all of
Leeward Islands-Mali Richards
is a West Indian cricketer who played first-class cricket for the Leeward Islands. The son of Viv Richards, Richards was born in England and educated
Leeward Islands-Danny Livingstone
managed the Combined Islands cricket team. With the Combined Islands team being divided into the Leeward Islands and Windward Islands cricket team's in 1981
Leeward Islands-Dominica
administration of Dominica was transferred from the British Leeward Islands to the British Windward Islands. During World War II, some Dominicans volunteered in
Leeward Islands-Anguilla
one of the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles, lying east of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands and directly north of Saint Martin
Leeward Islands-Guadeloupe
six inhabited islands—Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, Marie-Galante, La Désirade, and two Îles des Saintes—as well as many uninhabited islands and outcroppings
Leeward Islands-British Leeward Islands
Windward Islands group. On 3 January 1958, all islands except the Virgin Islands were absorbed into the West Indies Federation. The British Leeward Islands finally
Leeward Islands-Flag of the British Leeward Islands
The flag of the British Leeward Islands was the flag of the Federal Colony of the Leeward Islands. It was a Blue Ensign with a badge. The colonies under
Leeward Islands-Coat of arms of the British Leeward Islands
Dominica was transferred to the British Windward Islands. Coat of arms of the British Windward Islands Leeward Islands at Flags of the World v t e v t e
Leeward Islands-Anambas Islands Regency
The island of Matak is the main base for oil exploration. Pulau Bawah, formerly known as Leeward island, is a clustered archipelago of six islands accessed
Leeward Islands-Nezam Hafiz
coming in the 1988/89 Geddes Grant Shield against the Leeward Islands and the Windward Islands. He joined his parents and two older sisters in New York
Leeward Islands-Saint Martin (island)
numerous poorly charted small islands in the Leeward Islands meant that this name was accidentally transferred to the island now known as Saint-Martin/Sint
Leeward Islands-List of colonial governors and administrators of Antigua
was part of the British Leeward Islands and its viceroy was the Governor of the Leeward Islands. The colony of the Leeward Islands was split in two in 1816
Leeward Islands-Îles Sous le Vent
Îles Sous-le-Vent may refer to Leeward Islands, in the Caribbean Leeward Islands (Society Islands), in the southern Pacific Ocean This disambiguation page
Leeward Islands-Windward Islands (Society Islands)
Polynesia (see also Politics of French Polynesia). Leeward Islands (Society Islands) Geography portal Islands portal Oceania portal Institut Statistique de
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands (Society Islands)
The Leeward Islands (French: Îles Sous-le-vent; Tahitian: Fenua Raro Mata’i, literally "Islands Under-the-Wind") are the western part of the Society Islands
Leeward Islands-Lesser Antilles
swings south through the Leeward and Windward Islands almost to South America and then turns west along the Venezuelan coast (Leeward Antilles) as far as Aruba
Leeward Islands-Tahiti reed warbler
newly recognized marsh warbler family Acrocephalidae. It is endemic to the island of Tahiti. Most taxonomists regard Garrett's reed warbler and the Moorea
Leeward Islands-Kieran Powell
2008 Under-19 World Cup, Powell made his first-class debut for the Leeward Islands in March 2008. He was selected to make his One Day International (ODI)
Leeward Islands-Sotavento Islands
000; -24.000 The Sotavento Islands (Portuguese: Ilhas de Sotavento, literally, the Leeward Islands) is the southern island group of the Cape Verde archipelago
Leeward Islands-Treasure Island
that its real name is Kidd's Island, and identifies it as an outlying island of the Leeward Islands and Windward Islands, south-south-west of Tobago (pp
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands (disambiguation)
Look up Leeward Islands in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Leeward Islands is the northern islands of the Lesser Antilles. Leeward Islands may also refer
Leeward Islands-Winair
fleet of six aircraft serving twelve destinations, mostly within the Leeward Islands group of the Lesser Antilles in the North East Caribbean. It has its
Leeward Islands-John Hawley Glover
of Lagos Colony, Governor of Newfoundland, and Governor of British Leeward Islands.[citation needed] He entered the service in 1841 and passed his examination
Leeward Islands-Ralph Payne, 1st Baron Lavington
Governor-in-Chief of the Leeward Islands later in 1771. Payne had "inherited a considerable estate from his parents" on the islands. The islands endured a hurricane
Leeward Islands-Area code 808
Plan (NANP) for the Hawaiian Islands, comprising the windward and the leeward islands. The area code also serves Wake Island in the western Pacific Ocean
Leeward Islands-Territorial evolution of the British Empire
Ascension Island Tristan da Cunha South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Sovereign Base Areas of Akrotiri and Dhekelia Turks and Caicos Islands (Territories
Leeward Islands-HDMS Najaden (1796)
after capturing all vessels present in the bay. Nyaden sailed for the Leeward Islands on 14 January 1810. On the way, on 17 January, she and Dannemark, with
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands Football Association
Leeward Islands Football Association (LIFA) is an association of the football playing nations in Leeward archipelago and was founded in 1949. It is affiliated
Leeward Islands-Caribbean
Virgin Islands Navassa Island Lesser Antilles Leeward Islands United States Virgin Islands (U.S.) Saint Croix Saint Thomas Saint John Water Island British
Leeward Islands-Geography of Montserrat
Montserrat is an island in the Caribbean Sea, in the Leeward Islands. Its nearest neighbours in the island chain include Guadeloupe to the southeast,
Leeward Islands-Governor of the Virgin Islands
Virgin Islands). Up until 1971, the administrators were answerable to the governors of the Leeward Islands, of which the British Virgin Islands formed
Leeward Islands-Antigua
population, is an island in the Lesser Antilles. It is one of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean region and the most populous island of the country of
Leeward Islands-Richie Richardson
match referee. Richardson was born in Five Islands Village, Antigua. He began his career with the Leewards Islands in 1982 as an opener. After his second
Leeward Islands-Charlestown, Nevis
the island of Nevis in the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis in the Leeward Islands of the West Indies. Charlestown is situated on the leeward side
Leeward Islands-Antiguan and Barbudan Creole
English-based creole language consisting of several varieties spoken in the Leeward Islands, namely the countries of Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Leeward Islands-Netherlands Antilles
was spread over two smaller island groups: a northern group (part of Leeward Islands) and a western group (part of the Leeward Antilles). No part of the
Leeward Islands-Nevis
an island in the Caribbean Sea that forms part of the inner arc of the Leeward Islands chain of the West Indies. Nevis and the neighbouring island of
Leeward Islands-French colonial empire
and the French formally annexed all the Leeward Islands without official treaties of cession from the islands' sovereign governments. From 1888 to 1897
Leeward Islands-West Indies Federation
The historical regional groupings included the British Leeward Islands, British Windward Islands and Jamaica with its nearby former dependencies. See:
Leeward Islands-Lists of volcanoes
in Papua New Guinea List of volcanoes in Solomon Islands List of volcanoes in South Sandwich Islands List of volcanoes in Tristan da Cunha List of volcanoes
Leeward Islands-Territorial evolution of the Caribbean
the Greater Antilles, The Bahamas and the Leeward Islands; the Island Caribs and Galibi in the Windward Islands; and the Ciboney in western Cuba. The Taínos
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands Cricket Association
The Leeward Islands Cricket Association, also known as the Leeward Islands Cricket Board (more often since 2015), is the ruling body for cricket in the
Leeward Islands-Windward Islands Cricket Board of Control
Although Dominica is geographically part of the Leeward Islands, as it was part of the Windward Islands colony from 1940 until its independence, its cricket
Leeward Islands-List of rodents of the Caribbean
The rodent fauna of the Windward Islands is more diverse than that of the Leeward Islands, reflecting the islands' location closer to the South American
Leeward Islands-List of Caribbean islands by area
This is a list of islands in the Caribbean by area. (The Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands are not in the Caribbean Sea, but rather in the open
Leeward Islands-Antilles
Lesser Antilles contains the northerly Leeward Islands and the southeasterly Windward Islands as well as the Leeward Antilles just north of Venezuela. The
Leeward Islands-2010 Atlantic hurricane season
leading Hurricane Danielle, caused Earl to narrowly miss the northern Leeward Islands as it strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane on August 30. Intensification
Leeward Islands-Saint Kitts and Nevis
Nevis, is an island country consisting of the two islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis, both located in the West Indies, in the Leeward Islands chain of the
Leeward Islands-History of Saint Kitts and Nevis
returned to the islands soon after the Spanish departed. This was the only Spanish attempt to keep the English and French out of the Leeward Islands.: 19–23
Leeward Islands-Caribbean Netherlands
Within this island group: Bonaire is part of the ABC islands within the Leeward Antilles island chain off the Venezuelan coast. The Leeward Antilles have
Leeward Islands-Windward and leeward
known as Leeward Islands Windward Islands, Leeward Islands and Leeward Antilles (in the Lesser Antilles) Windward Islands and Leeward Islands (in the Society
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands
The Leeward Islands (/ˈliːwərd/) are a group of islands situated where the northeastern Caribbean Sea meets the western Atlantic Ocean. Starting with
Leeward Islands-Windward Islands
Windward Islands are the southern, generally larger islands of the Lesser Antilles. Part of the West Indies, they lie south of the Leeward Islands, approximately
Leeward Islands-Saint Kitts
gaining independence on 19 September 1983. The island is one of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles. It is situated about 2,100 km (1,300 mi) southeast
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Hugo
hurricane on record. Guadeloupe bore the brunt of the storm in the Leeward Islands. Three thousand houses were unroofed, contributing to the displacement
Leeward Islands-Samuel Hood, 1st Viscount Hood
commander-in-chief of the Leeward Islands Station, owing to Rodney's absence in England. De Grasse attacked the British islands of St Kitts and Nevis with
Leeward Islands-Charles Henri Hector, Count of Estaing
1764 King Louis appointed d'Estaing governor general of the French Leeward Islands, a post he held until 1766. Based principally in Saint-Domingue (present-day
Leeward Islands-Charles Augustus FitzRoy
to England in 1841 and shortly afterwards was made Governor of the Leeward Islands in the West Indies until 1845. Sir Charles was chosen as the tenth
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Igor
(hPa; 27.29 inHg). Passing roughly 345 mi (555 km) northeast of the Leeward Islands on September 17, Igor gradually weakened as it experienced increased
Leeward Islands-Saba (island)
of the Netherlands. The island lies in the northern Leeward Islands portion of the West Indies, southeast of the Virgin Islands. Together with Bonaire
Leeward Islands-British West Indies
Caicos Islands and the Cayman Islands), Trinidad and Tobago, the Windward Islands, and the Leeward Islands. Between 1958 and 1962, all of the island territories
Leeward Islands-List of islands of Cape Verde
consists of 10 islands and several islets, divided into two groups: Barlavento (windward) islands Sotavento (leeward) islands The islands in the Barlavento
Leeward Islands-Costus spicatus
Costus spicatus, also known as spiked spiralflag ginger or Indian head ginger, is a species of herbaceous plant in the Costaceae family (also sometimes
Leeward Islands-Turks and Caicos Islands
Caicos Islands (abbreviated TCI; /ˈtɜːrks/ and /ˈkeɪkəs, -koʊs, -kɒs/) are a British Overseas Territory consisting of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller
Leeward Islands-Nitish Kumar (cricketer)
Super50 in the West Indies, Kumar joined a training camp with the Leeward Islands cricket team. In June 2021, he was selected to take part in the Minor
Leeward Islands-Saint Barthélemy
COM) of France. The collectivity is one of four territories among the Leeward Islands in the northeastern Caribbean that make up the French West Indies,
Leeward Islands-Jamaica national cricket team
1977–78 for their next title – which was a shared one-day title with Leeward Islands. From 1986 to 1992, Jamaica won a total of six titles (three first
Leeward Islands-Overseas France
includes island territories in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans, French Guiana on the South American continent, and several peri-Antarctic islands as
Leeward Islands-Dutch Caribbean
Sint Maarten (within the Leeward Islands group) Politically, by constitutional status (in order of population size): CAS islands, for Curaçao, Aruba, and
Leeward Islands-List of international cricketers from the Leeward Islands
Nevis, Anguilla, Montserrat, British Virgin Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands and Sint Maarten. Four Leeward Islanders have captained the West Indies, the
Leeward Islands-Taíno
include the Bahamian or the Leeward Islands natives, excluding the Puerto Rican and Leeward nations. Similarly, "Island Taíno" has been used to refer
Leeward Islands-United States Virgin Islands
the United States. The islands are geographically part of the Virgin Islands archipelago and are located in the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands cricket team
Anguilla, Montserrat, British Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands and Sint Maarten are members of the Leeward Islands Cricket Association. The team does not
Leeward Islands-Combined Islands cricket team
won their first title and were subsequently disbanded into Leeward Islands and Windward Islands. Those two teams had first-class status before 1980–81, but
Leeward Islands-Indian cricket team in the West Indies in 1970–71
elected to field. Toss not known. Leonard Williams and E Barrett (Leeward Islands) made their first-class debuts. The Indians got off to a good start
Leeward Islands-List of islands of France
This is a list of islands of France, including both metropolitan France and French overseas islands. All French islands over 100 km2 (39 sq mi), ranked
Leeward Islands-Super50 Cup
Grenadines, Rest of the Leeward Islands, Rest of the Windward Islands or Northern Windward Islands and Southern Windward Islands. Current teams (2022–23)
Leeward Islands-West Indies cricket team
Guyana, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands, they are now getting Trinidad and Tobago, and the Windward Islands. The Leeward Islands Cricket Association consists
Leeward Islands-Windward Islands cricket team
it includes Dominica (technically one of the Leeward Islands, but as it was part of the Windward Islands colony from 1940 until independence, its cricket
Leeward Islands-Virgin Islands
British Virgin Islands have been governed as the western island group of the Leeward Islands, which are the northern part of the Lesser Antilles, and
Leeward Islands-Historical flags of the British Empire and the overseas territories
Flag Date Use Description 1871–1956 British Leeward Islands A Blue Ensign defaced with the emblem of the British Leeward Islands in the fly.
Leeward Islands-ABC islands (Leeward Antilles)
12.27; -69.08 The ABC islands is the physical group of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, the three westernmost islands of the Leeward Antilles in the Caribbean
Leeward Islands-West Indies Championship
nations. While two other teams, the Leeward Islands and the Windward Islands, previously competed as the Combined Islands, now each being from a myriad of
Leeward Islands-List of islands of Hawaii
Hawaiian Islands (also known as the Leeward Islands) are the small islands and atolls in the Hawaiian island chain located northwest of the larger islands of
Leeward Islands-List of islands in the Pacific Ocean
The Pacific islands are a group of islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are further categorized into three major island groups: Melanesia, Micronesia, and
Leeward Islands-Barbados
in its correct position.[citation needed] Furthermore, the island of Barbuda in the Leewards is very similar in name and was once named "Las Barbudas"
Leeward Islands-Antigua and Barbuda national cricket team
1890s. The Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association is a member of the Leeward Islands Cricket Association, which itself is a member association of the West
Leeward Islands-Great Hurricane of 1780
died throughout the Lesser Antilles when the storm passed through the islands from October 10 to October 16. Specifics on the hurricane's track and strength
Leeward Islands-Diocese of the North East Caribbean and Aruba
was originally established in 1842 as the Diocese of Antigua and the Leeward Islands when the Anglican Diocese of Barbados, then with the Diocese of Jamaica
Leeward Islands-2017 Atlantic hurricane season
Irma became the first Category 5 hurricane to impact the northern Leeward Islands on record, later making landfall in the Florida Keys as a Category
Leeward Islands-United States Virgin Islands national cricket team
States Virgin Islands cricket team first appeared in West Indian cricket in the 1991 Leeward Islands Tournament against the British Virgin Islands at the Lionel
Leeward Islands-British Virgin Islands national cricket team
generally represent the cricket team at domestic level and the West Indies at international level. The British Virgin
Leeward Islands-History of the British West Indies
the British Leeward Islands, the British Windward Islands, and Jamaica with other nearby English/British colonies such as the Cayman Islands, British Honduras
Leeward Islands-Coat of arms of the British Virgin Islands
flag of the islands. The legislature was disbanded in 1901 and authority over the islands was transferred to the governor of the Leeward Islands, who exercised
Leeward Islands-Coat of arms of Montserrat
saw France permanently relinquish the island to the United Kingdom. Montserrat joined the British Leeward Islands federation in 1871. A Royal Warrant was
Leeward Islands-Rahkeem Cornwall
Antiguan cricketer. A right-arm off-break bowler, Cornwall has played for Leeward Islands cricket team and featured in the line-up for the Antigua Hawksbills
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands Championships in Athletics
The Leeward Islands Championships in Athletics is an athletics event organized by the Leeward Islands Athletics Association (LIAA) open for (but not restricted
Leeward Islands-Calico Jack
from his position as captain of the sloop Ranger, then cruised the Leeward Islands, Jamaica Channel and Windward Passage. He accepted the King's Pardon
Leeward Islands-Oliver Baldwin, 2nd Earl Baldwin of Bewdley
ministerial office in Britain. His last post was as Governor of the Leeward Islands, from 1948 to 1950. Baldwin was born at his parents' London home in
Leeward Islands-Franco-Tahitian War
subdivided into the Leeward Islands in the northwest and Windward Islands or Georgian Islands in the southeast. The Windward Islands include: Tahiti, Moorea
Leeward Islands-The Leeward Islands Gazette
The Leeward Islands Gazette was the government gazette of the Leeward Islands, published in Antigua from 1872 until it was replaced by The Antigua, Montserrat
Leeward Islands-John Byron
on 31 March 1775. In 1779, he served as Commander-in-chief of the Leeward Islands Station during the American War of Independence. After being severely
Leeward Islands-Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Saint-Thomas) is one of the Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea, and a constituent district of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI), an unincorporated territory
Leeward Islands-Flag of French Polynesia
Flag of the Gambier Islands Flag of the Marquesas Islands Flag of the Leeward Islands Flag of the Tuamotu Archipelago Flag of Bora Bora Flag of Raiatea Flag
Leeward Islands-Flag of the British Virgin Islands
territory was administered as part of the British Leeward Islands. The flag of the British Virgin Islands features a defaced Blue Ensign with the Union Flag
Leeward Islands-Uturoa
Uturoa is a commune located in Ra'iātea, the largest island of the Îles Sous le Vent (Leeward Islands) in French Polynesia, in the South Pacific Ocean. It
Leeward Islands-Sint Maarten national cricket team
The team made its debut in the NAGICO Leeward Islands One-Day tournament against the British Virgin Islands in 2003, and has continued to play in the
Leeward Islands-Carib Lumber Ball Park
inaugural first-class fixture in February 2004 when the Leeward Islands played the Windward Islands in the 2003–04 Carib Beer Cup. Five further first-class
Leeward Islands-Elquemedo Willett Park
came in January 1977, when the Leeward Islands team played its annual fixture against the Windward Islands. Another Leewards–Windwards game was hosted in
Leeward Islands-Attorney General of the Leeward Islands
attorney general of the Leeward Islands was the chief law officer of the Leeward Islands. The British crown colony of the Leeward Islands, comprising Antigua
Leeward Islands-Chief Justice of the Leeward Islands
The chief justice of the Leeward Islands headed the Supreme Court of the Leeward Islands. The British Leeward Islands was a British colony existing between
Leeward Islands-Leeward (disambiguation)
leeward in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Leeward is the opposite of Windward. Leeward may also refer to: Leeward Islands (disambiguation) Leeward Antilles
Leeward Islands-Gudakesh Motie
against the Windward Islands in the 2015–16 Regional Four Day Competition. In just his second game, against the Leeward Islands, Motie took 6/20 and 5/85
Leeward Islands-Hayden Walsh Jr.
both played first-class matches for the Leeward Islands. Walsh made his first-class debut for the Leeward Islands during the 2011–12 Regional Four Day Competition
Leeward Islands-Hayden Walsh Sr.
1963 – 9 January 2010) was an Antiguan cricketer who represented the Leeward Islands in West Indian domestic competitions. He was a left-handed top-order
Leeward Islands-Roston Chase
during the 2015–16 season, being named man of the match against the Leeward Islands after making 136 not out in his team's first innings. In June 2018
Leeward Islands-Alzarri Joseph
West Indies in Tests and ODIs. A right-arm fast bowler, he plays for Leeward Islands and the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots in West Indian domestic cricket
Leeward Islands-Aaron Jones (cricketer)
Jones made his List A debut in January 2016, playing against the Leeward Islands in the 2015–16 Regional Super50. He made his first-class debut for
Leeward Islands-Romario Shepherd
made his List A debut for Guyana in January 2016, playing against the Leeward Islands in the 2015–16 Regional Super50. Opening the bowling with Steven Jacobs
Leeward Islands-Daniel Doram
(born 13 October 1997) is a Sint Maarten cricketer. He plays for the Leeward Islands cricket team in West Indian domestic cricket and has also played international
Leeward Islands-British Windward Islands
British Leeward Islands. The seat of government was Bridgetown on Barbados, from 1871 to 1885, and thereafter St. George's on Grenada. The islands were not
Leeward Islands-List of Caribbean islands
coordinates) Almost all of the Caribbean islands are in the Caribbean Sea, with only a few in inland lakes. The largest islands include Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica
Leeward Islands-Bora Bora
Pora) is an island group in the Leeward Islands in the South Pacific. The Leeward Islands comprise the western part of the Society Islands of French Polynesia
Leeward Islands-Irish indentured servants
as the British West Indies (particularly Barbados, Jamaica and the Leeward Islands), British North America and later Australia. Indentures agreed to provide
Leeward Islands-Society Islands
Vent) (listed from east to west) Mehetia Tahiti Teti'aroa Moorea Maiao Leeward Islands (Îles Sous-le-Vent) Huahine Raiatea Taha'a Bora Bora Tupai Maupiti
Leeward Islands-2016–17 Regional Super50
domestic cricket (Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Windward Islands), two development teams (Combined Campuses and
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands Station
The Leeward Islands Station originally known as the Commander-in-Chief at Barbadoes and the Leeward Islands was a formation or command of the Kingdom
Leeward Islands-Attorney general
Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General of Prince Edward Island Ministry of Justice (Quebec) (also as attorney general) Minister of Justice
Leeward Islands-Bora-Bora (commune)
subdivision of the Leeward Islands. Its population was 10,758 at the 2022 census. The commune of Bora-Bora is made up of the island of Bora Bora proper
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Irma
September 2017. Irma was the first Category 5 hurricane to strike the Leeward Islands on record, followed by Maria two weeks later. At the time, it was considered
Leeward Islands-Saint Michael, Barbados
Barbados in 1825 to head the newly created Diocese of Barbados and the Leeward Islands. The parish contains the following towns, villages, localities, settlements
Leeward Islands-West Indies
The subregion includes all the islands in the Antilles, in addition to The Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands, which are in the North Atlantic
Leeward Islands-Nisarg Patel
Indies. He made his List A debut for the United States against the Leeward Islands in the 2017–18 Regional Super50 on January 31, 2018. In November 2018
Leeward Islands-Viv Richards
time Richards was 22, he had played matches in the Antigua, Leeward Islands and Combined Islands tournaments. In 1973, his abilities were noticed by Len Creed
Leeward Islands-Basseterre
the south western coast of Saint Kitts Island, and it is one of the chief commercial depots of the Leeward Islands. The city lies within Saint George Basseterre
Leeward Islands-2023 Atlantic hurricane season
then rapidly intensified to Category 5 strength northeast of the Leeward Islands, with its winds increasing by 80 mph (130 km/h) during the 24‑hour
Leeward Islands-2021 Atlantic hurricane season
September 29. The system brought heavy rain showers to the northern Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico on September 21, as it tracked to their north
Leeward Islands-Curtly Ambrose
took 19 first-class wickets for the Leeward Islands at an average of 11.68, in his first appearances for the islands in two years, but as England arrived
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Georges
as the central pressure had risen 26 mb as Georges approached the Leeward Islands. On September 21, after weakening considerably, Category 3 Georges
Leeward Islands-2019–20 Regional Super50
domestic cricket (Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Windward Islands), the Combined Campuses and Colleges team and
Leeward Islands-Kanwarpal Tathgur
He made his List A debut on 8 November 2019, for Canada against the Leeward Islands, in the Regional Super50 tournament. "Kanwarpal Tathgur". ESPN Cricinfo
Leeward Islands-Shreyas Movva
He made his List A debut on 8 November 2019, for Canada against the Leeward Islands, in the Regional Super50 tournament. In October 2021, he was named
Leeward Islands-Annexation of the Leeward Islands by France
The annexation of the Leeward Islands (French: Annexion des îles Sous-le-vent) or the Leewards War (French: Guerre des îles Sous-le-vent) was a series
Leeward Islands-Saint Kitts and Nevis national cricket team
the Leeward Islands Cricket Association (LICA), in turn an affiliate of Cricket West Indies. Players from Saint Kitts and Nevis represent the Leeward Islands
Leeward Islands-Solicitor General of Leeward Islands
Solicitor-General of Leeward Islands is a law officer of the government for Leeward Islands, subordinate to the Attorney General of the Leeward Islands. The office
Leeward Islands-Distimake dissectus
Distimake dissectus is a species of plant in the family Convolvulaceae and is native to North, Central, and South America. "NatureServe Explorer 2.0".
Leeward Islands-Exclusive economic zone of the United States
Virgin Islands, Anguilla to the south east and Samoa, Niue to the south west. The unincorporated territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and
Leeward Islands-Dypsis lutescens
southern Florida, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands and the Leeward Antilles. Its native names are rehazo and lafahazo (from Malagasy
Leeward Islands-Kalinago
Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, the Windward Islands, Dominica, and possibly the southern Leeward Islands. Historically, it was thought their ancestors
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands moist forests
The Leeward Islands moist forests ecoregion (WWF ID: NT0134) covers the forested areas of the Leeward Islands on the northeastern edge of the Caribbean
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands xeric scrub
island, and most of Grande-Terre, Marie-Galante, La Désirade, and smaller islands There are also smaller islands in the region. The Leeward Islands are
Leeward Islands-Lesser Antillean dry forests
support moist forests of the Windward Islands moist forests ecoregion. The largest area of dry forests on the islands is on Saint Lucia, where the dry forests
Leeward Islands-Leeward Antilles
The Leeward Antilles (Dutch: Benedenwindse Eilanden) are a chain of islands in the Caribbean – specifically the southerly islands of the Lesser Antilles
Leeward Islands-Geography of Anguilla
is an island in the Leeward Islands. It has numerous bays, including Barnes, Little, Rendezvous, Shoal, and Road Bays. Location: Caribbean, island in the
Leeward Islands-Calopogonium mucunoides
Calopogonium mucunoides, called calopo and wild ground nut, is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae, native to the New World Tropics, and
Leeward Islands-Northwestern Hawaiian Islands
Hawaiian Islands or Leeward Hawaiian Islands are a series of islands and atolls in the Hawaiian island chain located northwest of the islands of Kauai
Leeward Islands-List of governors of the Leeward Islands
This is a list of governors of the Leeward Islands. The Leeward Islands was originally created as a colony of England in 1671, continuing in existence
Leeward Islands-Romeo Challenger
Widow. Challenger was born 19 May 1950 in St. John's, Antigua, British Leeward Islands. In 1955, he moved with his family to England. He began playing the
Leeward Islands-Timeline of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season
an open wave about 375 mi (605 km) north-northeast of the Northern Leeward Islands. July 14 00:00 UTC (8:00 p.m. AST, July 13) at 32°30′N 46°42′W / 32
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Dora (1964)
September 1, a small craft advisory was issued for the Leeward Islands and the northern Windward Islands. As Dora approached Florida, gale warnings were issued
Leeward Islands-Nevis cricket team
of the Caribbean island of Nevis. The team is organised by the Nevis Cricket Association (NCA) which is a member of the Leeward Islands Cricket Association
Leeward Islands-Saint Kitts cricket team
Caribbean island of Saint Kitts. The team is organised by the St Kitts Cricket Association (SKCA) which is a member of the Leeward Islands Cricket Association
Leeward Islands-2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup squads
fast Leeward Islands / Saint Lucia Kings Batters 25 Johnson Charles (1989-01-14)14 January 1989 (aged 35) Right Left-arm orthodox Windward Islands / Saint
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Franklin (2023)
development. An area of low pressure formed on August 19 east of the Leeward Islands, and after entering the Caribbean Sea on August 20, the disturbance
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Lee (2023)
current caused the storm to track northwestward, far from the Northern Leeward Islands. Highly favorable conditions enabled Lee to rapidly intensify to a
Leeward Islands-List of Caribbean countries by population
and the most recent official figure. List of Caribbean islands by area List of Caribbean islands by political affiliation List of metropolitan areas in
Leeward Islands-Tropical Storm Philippe (2023)
tropical wave on September 23, near Cabo Verde. The storm traversed the Leeward Islands, before being absorbed into an extratropical low on October 6, south
Leeward Islands-2023–24 Super50 Cup
of eight teams: Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, the Windward Islands, the Combined Campuses and Colleges, and a West
Leeward Islands-Hurricane Tammy
Atlantic hurricane in October 2023 that caused minor impacts across the Leeward Islands and Bermuda. The nineteenth named storm and seventh hurricane of the
Leeward Islands-2023–24 West Indies Championship
US$100,000 for the runners up. With the match between the Leeward Islands and the Windward Islands ending in a draw, Guyana retain their championship and
Leeward Islands-Huahine
island located among the Society Islands, in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the South Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Leeward Islands
Leeward Islands-2024 Twenty20 Blaze
part in the tournament: Barbados Guyana Jamaica Leeward Islands Trinidad and Tobago Windward Islands Teams played in a round-robin in a group of six,
Leeward Islands-Raiatea
main township on Raiatea is Uturoa, the administrative centre for the Leeward Islands (French Îles Sous-le-vent). There are also colleges which serve as
Leeward Islands-Taha'a
(sometimes spelled as "Tahaa") is an island located among the western group, the Leeward Islands, of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, an overseas
Leeward Islands-1992 Cricket World Cup squads
Right hand Right-arm medium-pace Leeward Islands Curtly Ambrose 21 September 1963 61 Left hand Right-arm fast Leeward Islands Keith Arthurton 21 February 1965
Leeward Islands-1983 Cricket World Cup squads
Viv Richards 7 March 1952 Right-hand Right-arm medium/offbreak Leeward Islands Andy Roberts 29 January 1951 Right-hand Right-arm fast Leeward Islands
Leeward Islands-Cricket West Indies
Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago and one delegate each from the Leeward Islands and Windward Islands. The WICBC's first meeting was held on 17 and 18 June 1927
Leeward Islands-List of colonial governors of the British Virgin Islands
List of colonial governors of the British Virgin Islands
Leeward Islands-Cou-cou
coo-coo (as it is known in the Windward Islands), or fungie or fungi (as it is known in the Leeward Islands and Dominica) makes up part of the national
Leeward Islands-Postage stamps and postal history of the Leeward Islands
The British Leeward Islands - Antigua, Dominica, Montserrat, Nevis, St. Christopher (St. Kitts), and the Virgin Islands all used postage stamps inscribed
Leeward Islands-SSS islands
Caribbean (formerly the Netherlands Antilles) that are located within the Leeward Islands group of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean Sea. In order of population
Leeward Islands-Leeward Islands Tournament
The Leeward Islands Football Association (LIFA) was formed in 1949. Of the early tournaments only the winners are known; for the recent ones, the structure
Leeward Islands-Sunil Narine
ESPNCricInfo. Retrieved 6 November 2023. f51427 Trinidad and Tobago v Leeward Islands: Regional Four Day Competition 2008/09, CricketArchive, retrieved 10
Leeward Islands-Antigua and Barbuda
a sovereign island country in the Caribbean. It lies at the conjuncture of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean in the Leeward Islands part of the
Leeward Islands-Sint Maarten
numerous poorly charted small islands in the Leeward Islands meant that this name was accidentally transferred to the island now known as Saint-Martin/Sint
Leeward Islands-Maupiti Airport
Airport (IATA: MAU, ICAO: NTTP) is an airport on Maupiti, one of the Leeward Islands in French Polynesia. The airport is 2 kilometres (1.1 NM) north of