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Midway Islands

Introduction to Midway Islands

The US took formal possession of the islands in 1867. The laying of the trans-Pacific cable, which passed through the islands, brought the first residents in 1903. Between 1935 and 1947, Midway was used as a refueling stop for trans-Pacific flights. The US naval victory over a Japanese fleet off Midway in 1942 was one of the turning points of World War II. The islands continued to serve as a naval station until closed in 1993. Today the islands are a national wildlife refuge. From 1996 to 2001 the refuge was open to the public; it is now temporarily closed.

Economy

Economy overview:

The economy is based on providing support services for the national wildlife refuge activities located on the islands. All food and manufactured goods must be imported. 

Transportation

Pipelines:

7.8 km

Ports and harbors:

Sand Island

Airports:

3 (2003 est.)

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