Bermuda

The nation of Bermuda has long, historic ties with both America and Britain. Charted in 1505 by Spanish explorer Juan de Bermúdez (for whom the nation is named) it was first settled in 1609 by survivors of the English ship Sea Venture, which was grounded on the reef surrounding the main island during a hurricane. Bermuda was, in fact, known as “The Isle of Devils” prior to this due to the dangerous storms and reefs in the area.
Bermuda is also one vertex of the infamous Bermuda Triangle, which stretches to the south and west, adding to the area’s reputation as a navigational hazard. In spite of that, most travel to and from Bermuda is routine and unremarkable. Indeed, it was a hub of trans-Atlantic shipping during the Colonial era, prior to the Revolutionary War.
With its ties to both America and Britain (it remains a British Overseas Territory), Bermuda is occasionally the site of face-to-face diplomatic meetings and summits between British and American leaders that do not take place in either’s home country. Such meetings have become targets for terrorists like Overthrow and SHADOW as well as criminals looking to either obtain state secrets to sell on the black market or to kidnap government VIPs for ransom. Fortunately, Bermuda can boast a protector of its own these days.

Type

Geopolitical, Country