American Samoa: flag, capital and facts

American Samoa is a territory in Oceania (Australia & Oceania). Its capital is Pago Pago. Population — 46,765. Area — 199 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of American Samoa

A blue, white and red flag with an eagle holding Samoan chief symbols.

The capital of American Samoa — Pago Pago

Pago Pago is the capital of American Samoa. Pago Pago is said 'PANG-o PANG-o' — easy to remember, like 'pagoda-pagoda'.

Facts about American Samoa

Capital: Pago Pago
Continent: Australia & Oceania
Region: Oceania
Population: 46,765
Area: 199 km²
Currency: USD ($)
Status: Dependent territory
Coordinates: -14.33333333°, -170°

How to remember the name

The nameAmerican Samoa is the eastern half of the Samoan islands; the west is independent Samoa.

Did you know?

Many American football and wrestling stars come from here.

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