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California was an island only a few hundred years ago, not millions.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:California_island_Vinckebo...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Island_of_California

:)

From the link: "The Island of California refers to a long-held European misconception, dating from the 16th century, that California was not part of mainland North America but rather a large island "

I believe tnuc's smiley face denoted sarcasm.

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