Polity Kerguelen Islands

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Are a group of islands in the sub-Antarctic. The islands were officially discovered by the French navigator Yves-Joseph de Kerguelen-Trémarec on 12 February 1772. Since 1955 the islands are part of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands.

Establishment

  • February 1772: The islands were officially discovered by the French navigator Yves-Joseph de Kerguelen-Trémarec on 12 February 1772. The next day, Charles de Boisguehenneuc landed and claimed the island for the French crown.

Chronology

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1. Events

  • August 1955: The French Southern and Antarctic Lands, including the Kerguelen Islands, became an overseas territory of France in 1955. Located in the southern Indian Ocean, these islands are known for their unique wildlife and harsh climate.

Disestablishment

  • August 1955: The French Southern and Antarctic Lands, including the Kerguelen Islands, became an overseas territory of France in 1955. Located in the southern Indian Ocean, these islands are known for their unique wildlife and harsh climate.