This Today in Bajan History segment recalls the catastrophic earthquake that struck the Eastern Caribbean on February 8, 1843, now believed to be the strongest ever recorded in the region, with an estimated magnitude of 8.5. Centred near Guadeloupe.
The Barbados Advocate reported seveal incidents of cane fires accross the island.
The Barbados Globe highlighted concerns about overcrowding and prisoner conditions in Barbados, particularly the housing of children and young offenders alongside hardened criminals. Although...
On June 10, 1909, Barbados celebrated the grand opening of Queen’s Park, transforming what had once been overgrown land into a beautifully landscaped public...