Since Columbus encountered and named the Virgin Islands (he landed on St Croix on his second trip in 1493 at Salt River), many countries have planted their flags on
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The “Virgin Islands March” is the regional anthem of the United States Virgin Islands. The song was composed by Sam Williams and U.S. Virgin Island native Alton Adams in the
The motto of the US Virgin Islands is: United in Pride and Hope
The seal features the three-island design of the main islands of Saint Croix, Saint John and Saint Thomas, often seen throughout the territory. It reads “Government of the United
The flamboyant is a majestic tree that seasonally graces the islands with it’s brilliant orange flowers. Originally from Madagascar the flamboyant is strongly associated with the Caribbean. When mature,
A single stamp recognizing the United States Virgin Islands was the final of the four-stamp series to be released, debuting at the Charlotte Amalie post office on December 15,