1969 Guamanian unification with the Northern Mariana Islands referendum

Guamanian ballot measure 4 November 1969 Guam Should all of the islands of the Marianas be politically reintegrated within the framework of the American territory of Guam, such new territory to be known as the Territory of the Marianas? 2,688 3,720 100 19,650 A referendum on union with the Northern Mariana Islands was held in Guam on 4 November 1969.Guam (USA), 4 November 1969: Union with the North Marianas Direct Democracy de. The proposal was rejected by 58% of voters due to fears about an increase in taxation. Despite the result, a similar referendum was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 9 November in which 61% of voters supported union with Guam.Northern Mariana Islands, 9 November 1969: Status Direct Democracy de. Results Should all of the islands of the Marianas be politically reintegrated within the framework of the American territory of Guam, such new territory to be known as the Territory of the Marianas? 2688 3720 100 19650 Direct Democracy References Guam Unification Category:Referendums in Guam Category:Administrative division referendums Category:Sovereignty referendums Category:Border polls