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Agana, The Capital of Guam

Frontispiece. View of Agana, the capital of Guam, showing raised platform of coralliferous limestone forming north half of island.

Agana, The Capital of Guam (Cropped)

Frontispiece. View of Agana, the capital of Guam, showing raised platform of coralliferous limestone forming north half of island.

View of Guam from behind Agana

View of the island of Guam from the hill behind Agana, showing the raised platform of coralliferous limestone which forms the Northern half of the island.

Upheaval Photo 2

Limestone cliff at edge of ocean, right, has been severely cut by action of waves against it through the years

Upheaval Photo 1

An outcropping of limestone overlying the volcanic basalt hills south of Agat (near Mt. Lamlam) is vivid evidence of Guam’s underwater origin. – Stone Photo

The Trees of Guam Photo 4

The ‘puting’ (Barringtonia asiatica), a common large tree of Guam’s rocky limestone cliffs and coastlines

Island Youth Camp at Northwest

The Island Youth Camp was held at Northwest Agriculture Station at Northwest Housing. Nicknamed ‘Camp Hilaan’, a total of 105 boys attended, with 23 counselors. Itinerary included hiking, swimming, crafts, sports, and recreational activities