Saint Maryâs Township was most likely given the name by Catholic members of the community who worshiped at St. Maryâs-of-the-Barrens Church. The name St. Mary's may be further connected to Catholic Kentucky settlers who originated in St. Mary's County, Maryland.
With its 161,001 people, Guam is the 185th largest country in the world by population. It is the 190th largest country in the world by area with 544 square kilometers. Spain ceded Guam to the US in 1898. Captured by the Japanese in 1941, it was retaken by the US three years later.
The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Guam: Guam â organized, unincorporated territory of the United States of America that comprises the island of Guam in the western North Pacific Ocean. It is one of five U.S. territories with an established civilian government. The island's capital is HagÃ¥tÃ±a (formerly Agana).