The article offers information on Great Britain. It occupies a total area of 244,820 square kilometers, with a population of 57,365,665, as on July 1990. An overview of the statistics on several aspects including birth rate, infant mortality rate and total fertility rate is offered. Great Britain, with London, England as its capital, acquired independence on January 1, 1801. Information on many other features such as the nation's political system, climate and economy is also provided.