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Barbadian History
The first people to reach Barbados are believed
to have been farmers and fishermen who arrived by canoe from
South America, in approximately 350 AD. There are also known
to have been at least two other subsequent waves of immigration from
South America prior to the arrival of Europeans: Arawak people from
at approximately 800 AD, and Caribs at around 1200 AD.
The first Europeans to reach the island were the Portuguese, who
gave Barbados its name, which means "island of the bearded ones"
- although it is not known whether "bearded" referred
to island's inhabitants or some aspect of the natural landscape.
The Portuguese soon conquered the islands, enslaved the indigenous people,
and deported them to work on plantations in other Portuguese colonies.
The first English landing in Barbados took place in 1620,
when Captain Cataline made a brief stop to collect water. A permanent
landing followed in 1625, led by Captain Henry Powell of the ship
Olive Blossom, in the area that is today Holetown.
When the English arrived in Barbados, there were no
indigenous inhabitants left on the islands, and little trace of them either.
One of the few signs that the islands hand been inhabited before was
a wooden bridge (which became known as "Indian Bridge"),
at the site of what has subsequently become
Bridgetown.
For the nearly 350 years, Barbados remained a British
colony, finally gaining its independence on
November 30th
1966.
Barbados remains a member of the Commonwealth of Nations,
with Queen Elizabeth II as head of state, although there are proposals to
make the country into a republic. Barbados is also a
founding member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
Here are some books about the history of
Barbados:
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By Sean Carrington & John Gilmore
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Macmillan Caribbean A-Z's are a comprehensive series of reference books that provide an invaluable and entertaining source of information to the countries that comprise the Caribbean region. Highly-illustrated and in full-colour throughout, they are a unique "one-stop" resource to the cultural heritage of a fascinating and richly diverse part of the world. This second edition of the A-Z of Barbados is fully revised and updated by the original four authors - each a recognized authority in his own field. Every aspect of Barbadian history, geography, culture and society is covered: from flying fish to Gary Sobers; from chattel houses to rum shops and from the Landship to the six native types of lizard. The sources of local legends and folklore share the page with the story of rum and the origins of the name Bimshire, while the biographies of the great and the good jostle with the humorous stories of more colourful characters. Each author has brought an impressive breadth of scholarship combined with a lively, highly readable and often amusing style. This A-Z aims to be the definitive reference guide to the cultural heritage of Barbados. |
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By Keith A. P. Sandiford
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By John Western
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By Peter Laurie
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There are about a thousand rum shops in Barbados. "The Barbadian Rum Shop" has a dual purpose: to document these special watering holes in photographs and to provide a historical and cultural background to a unique Barbadian institution. It should also encourage Barbadians and visitors alike to experience first hand the exuberant and authentic atmosphere of the Barbadian rum shop.The first section of the book is the fascinating story of rum: where it began, how it is made and the many ways you can drink it. The second gives an insight into the brewing of Barbados' prize-winning beer, Banks - probably the most consumed drink in the rum shop! The third section is a brief social history of the rum shop that shows how this peculiar Barbadian combination of bar and grocery evolved into what it is today. Finally, and most importantly, are featured some of those special rum shops that the reader will find more than worth a visit, as much for the tasty food as the refreshing drink.This is a fascinating and beautifully illustrated guide to a unique Caribbean institution which rum lovers all over the world are sure to enjoy. |
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By Gary A. Puckrein
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