The U.S. Virgin Islands official flower is commonly known as the Ginger Thomas (aka Trumpet Bush, Yellow Bell, Yellow Trumpet Bush). Formal known as Tecoma Stans, these flowers have
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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
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 Flag of the U.S. Virgin Islands features a white background with a modified US coat of arms in the center between the large blue initials V and I. The
The U.S. Virgin Islands were originally inhabited by the Ciboney and Arawaks, with some scholars thinking that the islands were inhabited from as early as 1000 BC.[3] The Caribs arrived
The islands were named “Santa Úrsula y las Once Mil Vírgenes” by Christopher Columbus in 1493 after the legend of Saint Ursula and the 11,000 virgins.
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,