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History of Guam Hafa adai and greetings from Guam! If you are unfamiliar with our tropical paradise, you are in for a wonderful adventure and many memorable experiences. We are delighted that you have chosen our site and look forward to sharing Guam - our island paradise - with you. Guam has much to offer its guests; from its pristine white-sand beaches, to its cascading waterfalls and rugged mountain terrain, to its world-class shopping and sporting activities, Guam truly has something for all its guests to enjoy. All of which is encased in the unique and rich Pacific Island culture of Guam and its charming native people known as Chamorros. Guam's Four Part Historical Legacy When discussing Guam's rich and diverse history it can generally be divided into four distinct time periods that consist of the Pre-contact Era, the Spanish Era, the Early American Era, and the Guam of Today. Click onto an era of interest on the menu below.