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Solomon Islands
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The Solomon Islands
| Arnavon |
Choiseul |
East Florida |
| Ghizo |
Guadalcanal |
Kolombangara |
| Malaita |
Maramasike |
Nendo |
| New Georgia |
Nggatokae |
Nggela |
| Ontong Java |
Pavuvu |
Ranongga |
| Rendova |
Rennell |
San Cristobal |
| San Jorge |
Santa Isabel |
Savo |
| Shortland |
Tetepare |
Tinakula |
| Ulawa |
Utupua |
Vanguna |
| Vanikolo |
Vella Lavella |
West Florida |
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The UK established a protectorate over the Solomon Islands in the 1890s. Some
of the bitterest fighting of World War II occurred on these islands.
Self-government was achieved in 1976 and independence two years later.
