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#TBT: January 25, 2024

On January 25, 1849, there was a 7.5 magnitude earthquake that damaged churches and government buildings in Guam. It prompted tsunami waves in the Caroline Islands, which compelled numerous Carolinians to voyage to Guam, as the ones pictured here in Tamuning.

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William-Jose Velez Gonzalez

William-José Vélez González is a native from Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and a graduate from Florida International University in biomedical engineering, engineering management, and international relations. A designer with a strong interest in science, policy, and innovation, he previously served as the national executive vice president of the Puerto Rico Statehood Students Association. William-José lives in Washington, DC, where he works at the Children's National Research Institute and runs Opsin, a nonprofit design studio dedicated to making design more accessible. You can see him on Love is Blind as Lydia's brother. He is the founder and Editor in Chief of Pasquines.

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At a glance

Flag of GuamSeal of Guam
Citizenship
US citizens
Population
153,836
Land area
210 sq mi
President
Donald Trump (R)
Delegate to Congress
James Moylan (R)
Presidential vote
No
Voting representation in Congress
No
Official website
www.guam.gov

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