A routine day in Bridgetown turned into chaos on May 28, 1840, when the American schooner Shetland erupted in flames at the wharf. With the fire unstoppable, the vessel was ultimately sunk to prevent greater destruction—an outcome sparked by a single careless flame.
The Barbados Advocate interviews a key producer in the industry. Listen to hear more.
This Today in Bajan History segment reflects on February 9, 1952, when Barbados formally proclaimed the ascension of Queen Elizabeth II following the death...
Parish Vestries meet to discuss sugar workers and their poor housing.