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 St. Pierre & Miquelon Country Profile
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 St. Pierre & Miquelon at a Glance| Location: | Northern North America, islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, south of Newfoundland (Canada) | | Climate: | cold and wet, with much mist and fog; spring and autumn are windy | | Terrain: | mostly barren rock | | Resources: | fish, deepwater ports | | Hazards: | persistent fog throughout the year can be a maritime hazard | | Population: | 7,051 (July 2009 est.) |
A Brief Profile of St. Pierre & MiquelonFirst settled by the French in the early 17th century, the islands represent the sole remaining vestige of France's once vast North American possessions.
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