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HISTORY
OF BARBADOS
(ins and
outs of Barbados 1999)
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The English arrived in Barbados in 1625 some
speculate due to navigational miscalculations of Captain Henry
Powell. To them the island represented a golden opportunity to
acquire a colony with tremendous scope for agriculture.
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Cotton and tobacco were not successful crops so they
turned to sugar cane brought in from Brazil.
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In
1652 the articles of agreement were signed and recognized as the
Charter of Barbados by the parliament in England
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Barbados
is the only place that George Washington ever visited outside the
United States.
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The island of Barbados is 166 square miles and was
created when land rose out of the sea. This makes it different
from the other Caribbean islands as most are based on volcanic
activity.
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There is little to no surface water. Much of the
island is composed of coral or limestone, and the rainfall
percolates through the ground - - therefore, Barbados has a good
supply of excellent potable water stored naturally in the
underground water-table.
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The island is shaped like a leg of lamb and is
comprised of 11 areas known as parishes – all named for saints.
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St.
Lucy, the northern most point on the island is very rocky and
harsh.
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On
the east coast is St. Philip, the most lush area is the distillery
for Doorly’s. Beautiful sugar cane grows abundantly on the
plantation.
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Christ
Church, on the southern coast is the most populated.
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Lastly,
St Thomas and St. James, on the west coast is where many of the
most luxurious resorts and vacation spots are located.
It
is highly recommended that one takes a tour of the island to
appreciate the various sights and unique changes in the terrain
located on this small and beautiful island located in the West
Indies. This is Barbados…. Slow down, relax, absorb and enjoy. |
