JAMAICA 55

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Jamaica gained independence from the United  Kingdom on 6 August 1962. In Jamaica, this date is celebrated as Independence Day, a national Jamaica holiday (Wikipedia).Jamaica becoming an Independent Nation, now meant that Britain, no longer controlled the affairs of the country.
 
As an Independent Nation, Jamaica assigns Ambassadors overseas who represent the country. They sign treaties on behalf of Jamaica and become members of various international organisations. This is important, as it gives Jamaica equal rights on various issues relating to international trade, policies and treaties.


Independence Day is a day of grand celebrations in Jamaica; from paying homage to the fallen heroes who fought for the independence of the country to indulging in entertainment, music, dance, and parades with people attired in ethnic costumes, Jamaicans hold many laudatory events such as the Gala parade in Kingston where hundreds of participants parade the streets dressed in costumes representing the various aspects of our cultural heritage.

 It is one of the most festive events on the island, full of colour, energy, music and dance. Vendors sell everything from cooked food to sweet treats and snacks and you can purchase toys and trinkets for your children to remember the occasion. Most of all, there is a great sense of unity and pride amongst the Jamaican people.

JAMAICA LAND OF WOOD AND WATER.





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