Windward Islands
The Windward Islands are the southern islands of the Lesser Antilles. They are called such because they farther windward than the Leeward Islands, since the prevailing winds in the area blow north.
The Windward Islands:
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The Windward Islands are the southern islands of the Lesser Antilles. They are called such because they farther windward than the Leeward Islands, since the prevailing winds in the area blow north.
The Windward Islands: