American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States located in the South Pacific Ocean. It lies about 1,600 miles (2,600 km) northeast of New Zealand and 2,200 miles (3,500 km) southwest of the U.S. state of Hawaii12. Centered on 14.3°S 170.7°W, it is east of the International Date Line and the Wallis and Futuna Islands, west of the Cook Islands, north of Tonga, and approximately 500 kilometers (310 mi) south of Tokelau. Here are some key facts about American Samoa:
Geography: American Samoa consists of five main islands and two coral atolls. The largest and most populous island is Tutuila, with the Manuʻa Islands, Rose Atoll, and Swains Island also included in the territory. All islands except for Swains Island are part of the Samoan Islands, and the total land area is 199 square kilometers (76.8 sq mi), slightly more than Washington, D.C.
Population: As of 2022, the population of American Samoa is approximately 45,443 people, with the vast majority being indigenous ethnic Samoans.
Languages: Most American Samoans are bilingual and can speak both English and Samoan fluently.
History: American Samoa was first contacted by Europeans in the 18th century and became a major naval outpost for the United States in the late 19th century.
Culture: American Samoa has a rich cultural heritage, including traditional Samoan customs, music, and dance.
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