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Coordinates: 16°15′N 61°35′W / 16.250°N 61.583°W / 16.250; -61.583
Guadeloupe (/ɡwɑːdəˈluːp/; French pronunciation: [ɡwadəlup]; Antillean Creole: Gwadloup) is an insular region of France located in the Leeward Islands, part of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean. Administratively, it is an overseas region consisting of a single overseas department. It has a land area of 1,628 square kilometres (629 sq. mi) and a population of 403,750 (as of January 2014).
Guadeloupe's two main islands are Basse-Terre to the west and Grande-Terre to the east, which are separated by a narrow strait that is crossed with bridges. They are often referred to as a single island. The department also includes the Dependencies of Guadeloupe which include the smaller islands of Marie-Galante and La Désirade, and the Îles des Saintes.
Guadeloupe, like the other overseas departments, is an integral part of France. It is thus part of the European Union and the Eurozone; as for many Eurozone countries, its currency is the euro. As an overseas department, Guadeloupe is not part of the Schengen Area. The prefecture (regional capital) of Guadeloupe is the city of Basse-Terre, which lies on the island of the same name. The official language is French, and virtually the entire population except recent arrivals from metropolitan France also speaks Antillean Creole (Créole Guadeloupéen).
The British expedition against Guadeloupe was a military action from January to May 1759, as part of the Seven Years' War. A large British force had arrived in the West Indies, intending to seize French possessions. After a six-month-long battle to capture Guadeloupe they finally received the formal surrender of the island, just days before a large French relief force arrived under Admiral Maximin de Bompart.
To divert French troops from Germany, William Pitt decided the British should attack France wherever they could.
British troops were sent on diversionary attacks on the French coast, at St. Malo and Cherbourg. An expedition to western Africa captured the French slaving station at Senegal. In North America, a force was dispatched to take Louisbourg and Quebec.
In India Robert Clive won the Battle of Plassey.
For 1759, Pitt directed attention to the West Indies, specifically Martinique and Guadeloupe.
Major-General Peregrine Hopson, who had been Governor at Nova Scotia before the outbreak of war, was appointed to the chief command, and Colonel John Barrington, a junior officer, was selected to be his second.
Bienvenue chez Sunset Jet Fwi, la base nautique de la commune de Port-Louis située dans le Nord Grande-Terre en Guadeloupe. Découvrez nos différentes activités en mer ! Plus d'infos : (+590) 690 80 81 68 Sunset Jet Fwi. The way of freedom !
Remise de la Médaille d'Argent du Tourisme et des loisirs aquatiques à Clarence et Nicolas Semar gérants du complexe sportif et gastronomique Jet Holidays à Port Louis, en la présence informelle de Miss Guadeloupe et de Mister France sans oublier le tout nouveau Mister Guadeloupe.... Bravo à toute l'équipe de Jet Holidays pour l'accueil qu'ils ont réservé à la délégation de la FIT et du Comité Mister France
Sortie en jet ski dans le Grand Cul-de-Sac Marin avec Jet Force. Départ de l'hôtel Canella Beach, Darse de Pointe-à-Pitre, Rivière Salée et sa mangrove, grand cul-de-sac marin et ses îlets. Filmé avec GoPro HERO3+, le 04/02/18 Soundtrack : Dizzee rascal - Love this town
Randonnée en Jet Ski à la Pointe des Chateaux, Saint-Francois, Guadeloupe avec Jet l'éponge
A nice cruise in caribean water
Petit tour de jet a la plage de la caravelle en Guadeloupe ! Night lovell - still cold
A la portée de tous et en totale sécurité, aucun permis n'est nécessaire pour ces sorties en scooter des mers, toutes encadrées par des moniteurs diplômés. Ludiques ou sportives et dans tous les cas exceptionnelles, les randonnées vous laisseront des souvenirs inoubliables. Une ou deux personnes par machine, à chacun son rythme pour découvrir les endroits les plus reculés de la Mangrove (forêt amphibie), remonter une rivière jusqu'au coeur de la forêt ou atteindre les plus belles plages des îlets les plus isolés de l'archipel... Découvrez la faune et la flore aquatique de la Guadeloupe en circulant à travers les îlets bercés par les eaux turquoises et cristallines des lagons. Emerveillez-vous des splendeurs et des richesses des eaux de la mer des Caraïbes au travers de plongées (snorkeling...
Join me on an epic adventure as we explore the beautiful island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean. In this vlog, we'll hit the crystal clear waters on a thrilling jet ski ride and soak up the sun while taking in the stunning coastal views. But the adventure doesn't stop there - we'll also dive into the vibrant and colourful world of the Guadeloupean Carnival, experiencing the lively music, dance, and costumes of this incredible cultural event. And of course, no trip to Guadeloupe would be complete without sampling some of the delicious street food that the island has to offer. So come along with me and let's discover the beauty and culture of Guadeloupe together! Don't forget to like and subscribe for more travel adventures. 🎶 MUSIC - Get free royalty music with this link: https://app.h...
Coordinates: 16°15′N 61°35′W / 16.250°N 61.583°W / 16.250; -61.583
Guadeloupe (/ɡwɑːdəˈluːp/; French pronunciation: [ɡwadəlup]; Antillean Creole: Gwadloup) is an insular region of France located in the Leeward Islands, part of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean. Administratively, it is an overseas region consisting of a single overseas department. It has a land area of 1,628 square kilometres (629 sq. mi) and a population of 403,750 (as of January 2014).
Guadeloupe's two main islands are Basse-Terre to the west and Grande-Terre to the east, which are separated by a narrow strait that is crossed with bridges. They are often referred to as a single island. The department also includes the Dependencies of Guadeloupe which include the smaller islands of Marie-Galante and La Désirade, and the Îles des Saintes.
Guadeloupe, like the other overseas departments, is an integral part of France. It is thus part of the European Union and the Eurozone; as for many Eurozone countries, its currency is the euro. As an overseas department, Guadeloupe is not part of the Schengen Area. The prefecture (regional capital) of Guadeloupe is the city of Basse-Terre, which lies on the island of the same name. The official language is French, and virtually the entire population except recent arrivals from metropolitan France also speaks Antillean Creole (Créole Guadeloupéen).