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Lost American Lands: Territories the U.S. Used to Own

Darren June 30, 2025 8 min
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17. Johnston Atoll

17. Johnston Atoll
Image Source: Wikimedia Commons.

Johnston Atoll was claimed by the United States in 1858 and went on to serve as a key military outpost and nuclear testing ground during the 20th century. Now uninhabited, the atoll is a remote wildlife refuge. Its history reflects America’s far-reaching interests in the Pacific and the strategic importance of even the smallest islands.

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