The U.S. Armed Forces has used the Social Security number as an identification number for the Army and Air Force since July 1, 1969, the Navy and Marine Corps since January 1, 1972, and the Coast Guard since October 1, 1974. Previously, the United States military used a much more complicated system of service numbers.
| Share | Cite. Cameroon (kÄmËÉrÅnË) [ key ], Fr. Cameroun, officially Republic of Cameroon, republic (2005 est. pop. 16,380,000), 183,568 sq mi (475,442 sq km), W central Africa.
They are fed by an ancient irrigation system from the rain forests above the terraces. Still in use today, the locals still tend to the rice & vegetables on the terraces. Although, the Terraces need constant reconstruction & care, they benefit from Unesco maintenance funding. The Banaue Rice Terraces are said to be the 8th wonder of the world. Banaue Viewpoint - Four Kilometers along the road from Banaue to Bontoc. At 4800 Ft. the viewpoint provides a perfect view of the enormity & extent of the terraces. Travellers can strike out for short trips into the surroundings villages (see below).