Timeline of Guam

Chronology

7 events spanning the history of Guam. BCE/CE dating.

1. 1521

   Ferdinand Magellan arrived, named them Islas de los Ladrones.

   Ferdinand Magellan arrived, named them Islas de los Ladrones.

2. 1565

   Spain claimed Guam, Marianas together with Philippines.

   Spain claimed Guam, Marianas together with Philippines.

3. 1898

   Following the Spanish-American War, Spain ceded Guam to the U.S.

   Following the Spanish-American War, Spain ceded Guam to the U.S., sold the other Mariana Islands to Germany.

4. 1941 – 1944

   Japanese occupation.

   Japanese occupation.

5. 1954 – 1975

   Vietnam War; Guam logistical base.

   Vietnam War; Guam logistical base.

6. 1962

   Naval Clearing Act (U.S.); ports of Guam opened for civilian traffic.

   Naval Clearing Act (U.S.); ports of Guam opened for civilian traffic.

7. 1979

   Referendum rejected Guam constitution.

   Referendum rejected Guam constitution.