Jamaica: The path to independence
In the early 20th century, there was an increasing push for self-government in Jamaica, fueled by dissatisfaction with the Crown Colony system and the hardships faced by the island’s population. …
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Nanny of the Maroons
Often referred to as Queen Nanny, Nanny of the Maroons stands out in history as the only woman among Jamaica’s National Heroes. She possessed that fierce fighting spirit generally associated with the …
Mary Seacole – The Black Florence Nightingale
You’ve heard of Florence Nightingale but did you know she had a black equal? Up until recently, the story of Mary Seacole was untold.
Mary Seacole was born on 23 November 1805 in Kingston, …
Samuel Sharpe – 1801-1832 – Jamaica’s National Hero
Samuel Sharpe is one of Jamaica’s National Heroes. He was the main instigator of the 1831 Slave Rebellion, which began on the Kensington Estate in St James, Jamaica and which was largely …
Norman Washington Manley – 1893-1969
Norman Washington Manley is one of Jamaica’s National heroes. Born in Roxborough, Manchester, on 4 July 1893, he was the son of Margaret and Thomas Albert Manley who were both mixed race. …
Paul Bogle – Jamaica’s National Hero
Paul Bogle is one of Jamaica’s National Heroes. It is believed he was born free about 1822. Bogle was a Baptist deacon in Stony Gut, a few miles north of Morant Bay, and was eligible to vote at …
Arawak people
The Arawak were a once-predominant group of Native Americans originally inhabiting an area that stretched from present-day Florida down through the islands of the West Indies and the coastal area of …
The history of Barbados: From colonisation to independence
Barbados, a small island nation in the eastern Caribbean, has a complex and fascinating history. The island has experienced multiple stages of development, from early Amerindian settlements to British …
History of Guyana: From colonisation to independence
The history of Guyana is one of colonial rule, the struggle for independence, and the development of a unique cultural identity. This fascinating South American nation was once a Dutch colony, then …
The History of Jamaica: From colonisation to independence
Jamaica’s rich and vibrant history has been shaped by the courage, determination, and resilience of its people. With a tapestry of diverse cultures and influences, this Caribbean island nation …
More Than Slaves
Black History does not start with slavery, contrary to popular belief, there was Black history before slavery. Long before we were bought and sold, we were making history, and after slavery, Black …
I have a Dream
Martin Luther King Jr delivered one of his most famous speeches on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963. Most people only remember the ‘I have a …