Christmas Island

Q. Who sighted Christmas Island in 1615?
Ans. Richard Rowe
Q. When did Christmas Island get its name?
Ans. 25 December 1643
Q. Who gave Christmas Island its name?
Ans. William Mynors
Q. Which ocean surrounds Christmas Island?
Ans. Indian
Q. When did UK annex Christmas Island?
Ans. 1888
Q. When did Christmas Island become an Australian territory?
Ans. 1958
Q. Which is the highest point in Christmas Island?
Ans. Murray Hill
Q. Who established the first settlement in Christmas Island?
Ans. George Clunies Ross
Q. Which country occupied Christmas Island during World War II?
Ans. Japan
Q. What is the area of Christmas Island?
Ans. 54 sq. mi.