Saint Vincent and The Grenadines

Population: 115,942 (July 2001 est.)

Languages: English, French patois

Background: Disputed between France and Great Britain in the 18th century, Saint Vincent was ceded to the latter in 1783. Autonomy was granted in 1969, and independence in 1979.

Currency: East Caribbean dollar (XCD, No information)

Data from CIA World Factbook. Click on CIA link for more. Click on map or flag for larger images.