1984 Map of Beliliou

About this map

Kloulklubed and the surrounding islands of the Republic of Palau appear here as they were documented in the mid-1980s, following field checks that updated earlier aerial surveys. The landscape is defined by the significant terrain of Bloody Nose Ridge, a landmark of deep historical importance. Settlements like Ngerchol and Ngesual are situated near the coastlines, while an Airfield on Beliliou and another on Ngeaur highlight the islands' strategic infrastructure. The surrounding waters of the Philippine Sea and Pacific Ocean are punctuated by features such as Lukes (Shoal) and the Chelbacheb island group. This survey provides a precise look at the geography of the Caroline Islands during a period of transition, mapping the relationship between small coastal communities and the coral reefs of Ngemlis and Ngercheu.