GEOGRAPHICAL NAMES

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Page last updated on January 12, 2011

Background:
Part of the Norwegian Kingdom of the Hebrides until the 13th century when it was ceded to Scotland, the isle came under the British crown in 1765. Current concerns include reviving the almost extinct Manx Gaelic language. Isle of Man is a British crown dependency but is not part of the UK or of the European Union. However, the UK Government remains constitutionally responsible for its defense and international representation.

NOTE: The information regarding Isle of Man on this page is re-published from the 2011 World Fact Book of the United States Central Intelligence Agency. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of Isle of Man Introduction 2011 information contained here. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about Isle of Man Introduction 2011 should be addressed to the CIA.