Timeline of Micronesia

Chronology

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

1. 1500

   Spanish explorers sight islands of Micronesia.

   Spanish explorers sight islands of Micronesia.

2. 1565

   Spain claimed Marianas, Marshall Islands, Carolinas.

   Spain claimed Marianas, Marshall Islands, Carolinas.

3. 1898

   Caroline Islands come under German colonial control.

   Caroline Islands come under German colonial control.

4. 1914

   Japan occupies Micronesia.

   Japan occupies Micronesia.

5. 1939 – 1945

   Micronesia becomes major battleground during World War II.

   Micronesia becomes major battleground during World War II.

6. 1979

   Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk and Yap ratify constitution setting up the Federated States of Micronesia.

   Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk and Yap ratify constitution setting up the Federated States of Micronesia.

7. 1991

   Micronesia joins the UN.

   Micronesia joins the UN.