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Demographics
Demographics of the Marshall Islands
The Marshallese are of Micronesian origin and migrated from Asia several
thousand years ago. Although English is an official language and is spoken
widely, though not fluently, Marshallese is used by the government. Japanese is
also occasionally spoken in some areas of Marshall Islands.
Virtually all Marshallese are Christian, most of them Protestant.
Culture
Culture of the Marshall Islands
Although now in decline, the Marshallese were once able navigators, using the
stars and stick and shell charts. They are also experienced in canoe building
and still hold annual competitions involving the unique oceanic sailing canoe,
the proa.
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