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The population of the Faroe Islands is largely descended from Viking settlers who arrived in the 9th century. The islands have been connected politically to Denmark since the 14th century. A high degree of self-government was attained in 1948.


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Country
Surface Area: 1.399 square km
Population: 46,662 (July 2004 est.)
Located in: Northern Europe
Capital City: Tórshavn
Head of State: Queen MARGRETHE II, represented by High Commissioner Birgit KLEIS
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