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St. Thomas, almost the keystone of the arch formed by the chain of Caribbean islands, for centuries flew the Danish Flag. π©π°
It sits between the Greater Antillian Islands and the Lesser Antilles, between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
It has an excellent harbor which in Columbus‘ time was called Serradura or “keyhole” after its shape.
The location of this harbor has oriented the island to trade and shaped the town of Charlotte Amalie. At times, it was known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies.
This book an incredible resource for anyone who loves Virgin Islands history.
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