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Wed, 11.30.1966

Barbados Gains Independence From Britain

Barbados Citizens

On this date in 1966, Barbados gained independence from Britain. The country has been a Unit (OAS) member ever since. Errol Barrow was their first prime minister.

In 1973, Barbados helped form the 'Caribbean Community,' which promotes social and political cooperation and economic integration. Barbados has enjoyed a stable democratic government and a smooth power transfer between the two major political parties.

New Poem Each Day

Poetry Corner

Since Naturally Black is Naturally Beautiful I must be proud And, naturally Black and Beautiful Who always was a trifle Yellow And plain, though proud Before. Now I've given up pomades Having spent... NATURALLY by Audre Lorde.
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