Episode 3 of 3
Handover of Territories
- When
- 3 November 1899
- Where
- Western Carolines
The Western Carolines were handed over to Germany on 3 November 1899, placing them under German New Guinea jurisdiction.
The handover of the Western Carolines occurred on 3 November 1899. The territories, including the Caroline Islands and Northern Marianas, were placed under the jurisdiction of German New Guinea. Albert Hahl served as an administrator starting in October 1899.
Sources
- German–Spanish Treaty (1899) Wikipedia
- Caroline Islands Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-08
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