formaahi

Formaahi is a coral atoll in the southern part of the atollic chain of the Ralik Chain, which in turn is part of the Marshall Islands. It is situated 63 degrees 33 minutes east longitude, 6 degrees 54 minutes north latitude. The Marshalls are an island chain situated in the Pacific Ocean. Formaahi is considered to be a small island.

The coral atoll, previously known as Formosa, is roughly circular in shape and it is comprised of sandy beaches and enclosed by coral reefs. A small lake, near the village, is the only freshwater source of the atoll. Fish and cocoanuts are reported as sources of food for the island inhabitants.

Formaahi Atoll was claimed and occupied by Japan, prior to the islands being invaded by the United States during World War II. A possible member of the civilian communities involved the widespread pressure applied by US forces against the way of life of the islanders at large.