Politics & Government

Ecuador's Annexation of the Galápagos Islands

In February 1832, Ecuador formally annexed the Galápagos Islands, declaring sovereignty over the archipelago. This action was influenced by the islands' strategic importance and ecological uniqueness. Following Spanish colonial rule, the nascent Ecuadorian government recognized the need to assert control over the islands, which were previously uninhabited and sparsely explored. The annexation marked a pivotal moment in Ecuador's national identity and territorial claims.

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