Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Independence

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Barbados will be celebrating its 50th anniversary of Independence on November 30th, 2016. Barbados remained a British Colony, until the premiere of Barbados Errol Walton Barrow (from 1961-1966) attained Independence from the British on November 30th, 1966, giving Barbados the momentous break away from the British.

Subsequently, he became the First Prime Minister of Barbados in 1966, which was accompany by the raising of the Barbados National Flag and the playing of the National anthem for the first time on November 30th, 1966.



The symbol on the Barbados flag, which is the broken trident, depicts the breaking away from Britain and becoming an Independence nation. The three points on the trident symbolize Democracy, Government and the People. The broken end of the trident represents the break from the British. The Island has since made major changes, but when taking a walk in the city of Bridgetown, Barbados, signs of British influence can still be seen around the UNESCO Historic Bridgetown, with many of 16th-18th-century buildings that have been restored, dating back nearly 400 years ago.


Bajans, as they are affectionately known, have already started celebrating the 50th anniversary of Independence, with many events across the island leading up to the big 50th anniversary celebration. Come celebrate with us on November 30th 2016, for our 50th years of becoming an Independence nation. Book a guided UNESCO Historic Walking Tour of Bridgetown, Barbados with Ruthann Discovery Tours. Let us show you a glimpse into the past.

https://www.viator.com/tours/Barbados/Ruthann-Discovery-Tours/d30-29386P2


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3 comments :

  1. AnonymousAugust 21, 2016 at 1:55 PM

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  2. UnknownAugust 22, 2016 at 8:27 PM

    Wow this would be a great event to attend...even all the pre anniversary events have to be great. I hope there is some kind of YouTube video that I can see the celebrations since I can't be there!

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  3. AnonymousAugust 24, 2016 at 3:57 AM

    Wow it must be a great site to see all these historic buildings! You don't see to much of this today. I'm also curious to see how they spend their celebrations, are there any fireworks like in the US?

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