Saint Barthélemy

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Saint Barthélemy?Leeward Islands, northeastern Caribbean
2. How big is Saint Barthélemy?25 square kilometers (9.7 sq mi)
3. How many people live in Saint Barthélemy?9,961 (January 2017 census)
4. What is the capital of Saint Barthélemy?Gustavia
5. What is the administrative status?Overseas collectivity of France (Collectivité d'outre-mer)
6. What is the historical significance?Former Swedish colony for nearly a century (1784-1878)

Overseas Collectivity: A French overseas territory with a degree of autonomy and specific administrative status.
Leeward Islands: A group of islands in the Lesser Antilles, located on the western side of the Caribbean's arc.
Referendum: A direct vote by the electorate on a particular proposal or question.
Coat of Arms: A unique heraldic design representing a person, family, or entity, often displayed on a shield.