The Island of Yap and Its People

Hobbs, William Herbert (1922-02-01). "The Island of Yap and Its People". Current History. 15 (5): 762–769. doi:10.1525/curh.1922.15.5.762. ISSN 1944-785X 0011-3530, 1944-785X .

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Abstract: “The Island of Yap and Its People” provides a detailed exploration of the cultural, historical, and geopolitical significance of Yap, an island in the Pacific. The text discusses various aspects such as local customs, clothing, and social practices, including the wearing of short skirts made from natural materials. It also highlights the impact of natural disasters like typhoons on the community structures and the resilience of native architecture. Furthermore, the document touches upon historical events, including maritime incidents like the wreck of the Kokura Maru in 1920, and the geopolitical negotiations involving the United States and Japan regarding the island.

Additionally, the text includes a broader discussion on communication challenges during the arms conference era, emphasizing inadequate telecommunication facilities across the Pacific, which caused significant delays and misunderstandings in diplomatic communications. This inadequacy in communication infrastructure led to diplomatic tensions and public unrest due to misinterpretations of international negotiations, such as those concerning the Shantung controversy.

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