Diego Garcia

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Diego Garcia?Central Indian Ocean, within the Chagos Archipelago
2. How big is Diego Garcia?Approximately 27 square kilometers (10 square miles)
3. What is the capital of Diego Garcia?No official capital; Diego Garcia is the main inhabited island
4. What language do people speak in Diego Garcia?English is the official language of administration and daily use
5. Why is Diego Garcia important for the U.S. and the UK?It is home to a large U.S. military base that helps the U.S. and the UK keep the Indian Ocean safe and support ships and planes.
6. Who lived on Diego Garcia before the military base was built?Before the base, the island was home to the Chagossian people, who were moved away in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Chagos Archipelago: A British overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, comprising six atolls and over 60 islands.
Geopolitical: Relating to politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.
Sovereignty: Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself or another state.
Forward Operating Base: A temporary military base set up in a forward position to support military operations.