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84 Moments
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2006
24-Feb-2006
Tuvalu Experienced Its Highest Recorded King Tide of 3.4 meters
2002
20-Dec-2002
Tuvalu ratifies CBD for conservation, marks pivotal step towards sustainable management of biological resources.
2001
2001
Paradise Domain - Tuvalu' documentary sheds light on Tuvalu's climate crisis, sparking global action.
2000
05-Sep-2000
Tuvalu's accession to the United Nations
1989
1989
Enhancing Tuvalu's Maritime Capabilities with JICA's Support
1987
1987
The Tuvalu Trust Fund (TTF) was established
02-Apr-1987
US-Tuvalu South Pacific Tuna Treaty
1982
26-Oct-1982
Queen Elizabeth II's Historic Tour to Tuvalu: Strengthening Bonds and Cultural Identity
1980
1980
Historic Appointment of Female Island Court Magistrate in Tuvalu.
1978
27-Dec-1978
Cyclone Meli's Devastation in Tepuka Vili Vili, Tuvalu.
01-Oct-1978
Tuvalu's Independence: From British Colony to Sovereign State led by Toaripi Lauti
01-Oct-1978
Tuvalu renamed the House of the Assembly to the Parliament of Tuvalu
Jul-1978
Tuvalu's House of Assembly dissolved, transitional caretaker government led by Toaripi Lauti.
1977
01-Oct-1977
Toaripi Lauti's Appointment as Tuvalu's Chief Minister: Pivotal Moment in Island Nation's Political Evolution.
27-Aug-1977
Historic Tuvalu Elections Mark Path to Self-Governance
1976
1976
Tuvalu introduces Tuvaluan dollar
01-Jan-1976
Establishment of Separate Administrations for Tuvalu and Gilbert Islands Fostered Independence and Autonomy.
1975
01-Oct-1975
Tuvalu gains autonomy as a separate Crown Colony from Gilbert Islands, enabling self-governance and cultural preservation.
1973
1973
Transition to House of the Assembly in Tuvalu
1972
Oct-1972
Cyclone Bebe devastates Funafuti Atoll in Tuvalu, highlighting vulnerabilities and need for disaster preparedness.
1943
20-Nov-1943
Tuvalu atolls crucial in Operation Galvanic to capture Gilbert Islands, key for Pacific campaign.
Aug-1943
US Marines construct airfields on Nanumea and Nukufetau in WWII to bolster Allied Pacific theater operations.
1942
02-Nov-1942
Operational Naval Base Funafuti in WWII - Strategic hub for Allied Pacific operations.
02-Oct-1942
Us marines funafuti wwii base pacific campaign
1916
1916
Establishment of Gilbert and Ellice Islands Colony for improved governance and development in Pacific region.
1909
1909
Transition as Palagi traders depart, marking shift towards economic self-reliance in Tuvalu.
1900
1900
Research on Funafuti Reef by Harry Clifford Fassett
1897
1897
Professor David's Expedition Validates Darwin's Theory with Deep Coral Reef Boring in Funafuti.
1894
1894
Cyclone devastates Tuvalu, causing widespread destruction and challenging the islands' resilience.
1894
Count Festetics' Visit to Funafuti: Early Photography of Tuvaluan Life and Culture
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