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A Marshallese nation emerges from the political fragmentation of American Micronesia

Pacific studies • 13 (1) • Published In 1989 • Pages: 1-46

By: Mason, Leonard.

Abstract
This article discusses the changing relationships between Marshallese Islanders and the US government in their expressed concerns for political, administrative and cultural autonomy. The focus is on major political negotiations and international agreements that led to the establishment of an independent Marshallese nation in 1986.
Subjects
External relations
Political movements
Form and rules of government
Citizenship
Territorial hierarchy
Research and development
Aftermath of combat
Real property
Acculturation and culture contact
Cultural identity and pride
Topography and geology
Deliberative councils
Inter-ethnic relations
Elections
Standard of living
Production and supply
Labor supply and employment
Special crops
Education system
culture
Marshallese
HRAF PubDate
2010
Region
Oceania
Sub Region
Micronesia
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Type
Anthropologist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Teferi Abate Adem; 2009
Field Date
1946-1988
Coverage Date
1944-1989
Coverage Place
Marshall Islands
Notes
Leonard Mason
Includes bibliographical references (p. 43-46)
LCCN
84643929
LCSH
Marshallese