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2 days ago · Samoa, country in the central South Pacific Ocean, among the westernmost of the island countries of Polynesia. Samoa gained its independence from New Zealand in 1962 after more than a century of foreign influence and domination, but it remains a member of the Commonwealth. Its capital is Apia.
Samoa i Sisifo was the first Polynesian people to be recognized as a sovereign nation in the 20th century. Samoa became one of the Member states of the Commonwealth of Nations on 28 August 1970. In 1977, Queen Elizabeth II visited Samoa during her tour of the Commonwealth.
A Quick History of Samoa From fearless seafaring across the vast South Pacific to building ancient star mound structures to European influence to dividing the islands to gaining independence; Samoa has a colourful history that is well worth exploring during your trip.
Sep 4, 2019 · Samoa, officially called the Independent State of Samoa, is an island nation located in Oceania. It is about 2,200 miles (3,540 km) south of Hawaii and its area consists of two main islands, Upolu and Sava'i.
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Samoa has a long and fascinating history spanning more than 3,000 years. The islands have experienced an array of new arrivals and occupations, including Western Europeans and the introduction of Christianity, through to the contentious New Zealand political control.
Jan 23, 2018 · Samoa profile - Timeline. A chronology of key events. 1722 - Dutch navigator Jacob Roggeveen is the first European to explore Samoa. 1830 - London Missionary Society arrives in Samoa.
