Minor Outlying Islands
The United States minor outlying islands, often mistakenly listed on forms as a country, are uninhabited territories with no permanent residents. Created by the international standards organization, this classification leads to confusion, especially since these islands are located right next to the US in alphabetical lists. Despite their inclusion in official codes, they serve no practical purpose for most people, as there is no mail service and no one calls these islands home.In this clip
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