Background:
The British colonized the Cayman Islands during the 18th and 19th centuries, and Jamaica -- also a British colony at the time -- administered the islands after 1863. In 1959, the islands became a territory within the Federation of the West Indies. When the Federation dissolved in 1962, the Cayman Islands chose to remain a British dependency. The territory has transformed itself into a significant offshore financial center.
Definition:
This entry provides a brief introduction to each country, highlighting information like geographic details, early inhabitants, key leaders, and major historical events.
Source: CIA World Factbook
