Marshall Islands Collection

Gabelle Island, Rongelap, Marshall Islands (N. Pacific)
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Native woman of Erikub Atoll, Ratak chain, Marshall Islands, with rolled pandanus-leaf earrings, necklace and tattoos
FLO4695684 Native woman of Erikub Atoll, Ratak chain, Marshall Islands, with rolled pandanus-leaf earrings, necklace and tattoos. Woman of the Tchichagoff Islands

Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll (Kotousoff Islands), Marshall Islands. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic
FLO4695689 Labeleoa, Chief of the Utrik Atoll (Kotousoff Islands), Marshall Islands. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature

Native woman from the Saltikoff Islands, Ratak chain, Marshall Islands, with headdress, flower earrings
FLO4695644 Native woman from the Saltikoff Islands, Ratak chain, Marshall Islands, with headdress, flower earrings, tattoos and sarong

Rarick, Chief of the Island of Otdia (Wotje Atoll, Radack Chain, Marshall Islands)
FLO4695567 Rarick, Chief of the Island of Otdia (Wotje Atoll, Radack Chain, Marshall Islands). With headdress of shells and flowers, rolled green-leaf earrings, necklace and tattoos

Native man of Radack Islands (Ratak chain), Marshall Islands, with tattooed chest
FLO4695659 Native man of Radack Islands (Ratak chain), Marshall Islands, with tattooed chest, blue beard and rolled pandanus-leaf earrings

Map of Pacific Ocean Islands, c.1900 (engraving)
533048 Map of Pacific Ocean Islands, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Pacific Ocean Islands: New Zealand, Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Guam, Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands, Mariana Islands)

Wapepe navigational chart, late 19th century (sticks, coconut fiber, and shell)
8620259 Wapepe navigational chart, late 19th century (sticks, coconut fiber, and shell) by Micronesian (19th century); 78.74x78.74x1.91 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts

Grimy and weary after 48 hours of fighting on Eniwetok Atoll in the Marshall Islands, US Marines enjoying coffee aboard a transport ship

Topographic maps of the former German colonies, lithograph, published 1897
Topographic maps of the former German colonies in Africa and the South Seas. Lithograph, published in 1897

US aircraft bomb the Japanese airbase on the Kwajalein Atoll. April 1944

US marines take shelter in a shell hole on Namur Island in the Kwajalein Atoll, while their tanks and other equipment are unloaded for the attack against the Japanese defenders of the fortress in

The six principal colonies of German Africa
Illustration of a The six principal colonies of German Africa

150-megaton thermonuclear explosion, Bikini Atoll, 1 March 1954.The unexpected spread of fallout from the test led to awareness of, and research into, radioactive pollution. Courtesy UNO

Majuro Marshall Islands beach with palm trees and ocean romantic scene
Majuro, Marshall Islands. Beach with palm trees and ocean romantic scene

A Remote Atoll Of The Marshall Islands; Republic Of The Marshall Islands

Antique illustration of Pacific Ocean Islands map

Local Children diving off pier, Jabor Village, Jaluit Atoll, Marshall Islands Local Children, Jabor Village, Jaluit Atoll, Marshall Islands

Traditional Outrigger Canoe, Jaluit Lagoon, Jaluit Atoll, Marshall Islands

White sand and turquoise water at Laura (Lowrah) beach, Majuro atoll, Majuro, Marshall Islands, South Pacific

A nuclear weapon test by the American military at Bikini Atoll, Micronesia
July 25, 1946 - Vintage American history photo of a nuclear weapon test by the American military at Bikini Atoll, Micronesia. The explosion was part of Operation Crossroads

Chart room on board the USS Lexington aircraft carrier, as it moves into enemy waters during the strike on Gilbert
WWII: CHART ROOM, 1943. Chart room on board the USS Lexington aircraft carrier, as it moves into enemy waters during the strike on Gilbert and Marshall Islands, December 1943

First Hydrogen Bomb Explosion
Marshall Islands, South Pacific Ocean: November 1, 1952. The mushroom cloud formed from the first hydrogen bomb explosion

Representation of the Marshall Islands made with listels of palm tree and shells to indicate the relative positions of
Cartography, Micronesia. Representation of the Marshall Islands made with listels of palm tree and shells to indicate the relative positions of the islands, the current and the route

Medicine man, Marshall Islands, artwork C018 / 7078
Medicine man. 1883 engraving of a medicine man with a group of islanders on the Marshall Islands, Micronesia

Operation Crossroads atom bomb test, 1946
Operation Crossroads atom bomb test. Mushroom cloud rising from the Baker underwater atomic explosion carried out at Bikini Atoll, in the Pacific, on 25th July 1946

Aerial view of atoll, Kuwajelein, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Aerial view of atoll, Kuwajelein, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Split image of blue coral, Heliopora coerulea, and Jaboan, Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Split image of pristine coral reef, surveyor and island, Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Fan coral, Subergorgia sp. with black feather stars attached, Namu atoll, Marshall Islands (N. Pacific)
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Fire coral, Millepora platyphylla, and schooling purple queen anthias, Pseudanthias pascalus, Ailuk atoll
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Masked bannerfish, Heniochus monoceros, Ailuk atoll, Marshall Islands, Pacific (rr)
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Highly diverse coral reef, mainly fire coral, Millepora platyphylla, and cauliflower coral, Pocillopora meandrina
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Over under image of marshallese boy smiling underwater next to coral reef
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Thorny oyster, Spondylus varius, Namu atoll, Marshall Islands (N. Pacific)
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Soft coral, Dendronephthya sp. Rongelap, Marshall Islands (N. Pacific)
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Branching corals, Acropora sp. Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Saddled butterflyfish, Chaetodon ephippium, Namu atoll, Marshall Islands (N. Pacific)
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Pair of moorish idols, Zanclus cornutus, swimming over coral, Rhodactis howsii, Namu atoll, Marshall Islands (N)
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Juvenile blue triggerfish, Pseudobalistes fuscus, Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Lined surgeonfish, Acanthurus lineatus, Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Mironesia
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Red snapper, Lutjanus Bohar, swims over coral reef, Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
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Bigeye trevallies (jacks), Caranx sexfasciatus, schooling, Ailuk atoll, Marshall Islands, Pacific

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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Marshall Islands, a hidden gem in the North Pacific. From Gabelle Island to Rongelap, this archipelago offers breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Picture yourself strolling along Majuro's pristine beaches, palm trees swaying in the gentle breeze as you soak up the romantic atmosphere. Immerse yourself in history by exploring traditional canoes and weapons from both the Marshall Islands and Cook Islands, showcased in Voyage pittoresque autour du monde. Delve into the past with topographic maps of former German colonies, providing a glimpse into their colonial legacy. The resilience of its people is evident through stories like those from Eniwetok Atoll, where warriors fought for 48 hours leaving them grimy but determined. Even political figures like Bill Shorten have recognized its significance by visiting these islands firsthand. Marvel at Polynesian Stick Charts that guided ancient seafarers across vast oceans, showcasing their navigational prowess. These charts serve as a testament to their ingenuity and connection with nature. However, not all historical events were serene; witness the devastating power unleashed during a 150-megaton thermonuclear explosion on Bikini Atoll in March 1954 or US aircraft bombing Japanese airbases on Kwajalein Atoll in April 1944. The Marshall Islands offer an intriguing blend of natural wonders and captivating history that will leave you awe-inspired. Explore this paradise where turquoise waters meet golden shores while immersing yourself in a vibrant culture shaped by centuries of resilience and adventure.