GeographyWest coast of Africa: North of equator
Area of land: 27,699 square miles South of Guinea and northwest of Liberia and Atlantic ocean to the west Mangrove swamps, rain-forested plains, farmland, mountainous plateau Tropical climate: Two seasons determine agricultural cycle Rainy season (May to November) Dry season (December to May) Capital City: Freetown Origin of name: Resettlement for freed slaves (Britain and America) Coastal peninsula next to the world's third largest natural harbor made it attractive for trade |