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Independence Day (colloquially the Fourth of July) is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America.
The Founding Father delegates of the Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states. The Congress voted to approve independence and adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4.
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States
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The Rise and Fall of King Sugar
Trinidad and Tobago
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The village of Ste Madeline is named after the estate Usine Ste Madeleine. Ste Madeleine was owned by Mary Madeleine in 1883. The estate benefited from the Cipero River which passed through the estate giving it a considerable advantage over other estates.
The river was the main way to transport sugar from the estate to the sea. By 1850, the Ste Madeleine estate was doing well. The estate was later taken over by the Colonial Company, which led the way In joining of estates and modernization of the sugar production process at Ste Madeleine. Around 1870 - 1872 The factory (or Usine in French) was built on the river by George Fletcher & Co. of Derby England for the Colonial Co. The company at that point in time was investing in upgrading machinery and transportation facilities in British Guyana and Trinidad. £213,000 was spent on the construction of the Usine at Ste Madeleine. In 1859 the Cipero Transway was established. This was an agricultural line connecting the Cipero wharf in San Fernando to Usine Ste Madeleine . Mules were initially used for transportation but in 1861 the line was extended east to Princess Town and in 1864 the first steam locomotive was introduced. A railroad was set up to transport cane from the estates to the Usine.
This new Usine came with new changes to the processing of sugar. The Company introduced Vacuum Pan Process which at the point in time was only used by the Brechin Castle Estate (Anthony, 1988). The highest grade was the golden sugar, which sold for 9 cents per pound (Anthony, 1988). This was also the first central sugar factory in Trinidad and Tobago, which meant that cane from surrounding estates were sent there for processing. It was the largest sugar factory at the point in time in the British Empire.
In the 1950s, Tayte and Lyle purchased Usine Ste. Madeleine, making it the colony’s and later nation’s largest producer of sugar, molasses, rum and bagasse.
Source: The Rise and Fall of King Sugar, National Archives of Trinidad and Tobago
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Labour Day Reflections Trinidad and Tobago
- OUR MILESTONES -
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Labour Day, also known as International Workers’ Day or May Day, is held in observance of workers’ struggles in the workplace.
Trinidad and Tobago’s celebrations are held on June 19, in observance of the Oilfields Labour Riots in 1937. These riots were led by Tubal Uriah “Buzz” Butler. This event and its repercussions are generally seen as the genesis of the modern trade union movement in Trinidad and Tobago. Prior to and after the riots, there were other contributions that aided in the development of our “modern trade union movement”
These include
- the establishment of the Trade Union Ordinance (now Act) in 1932 (Ordinance 20 of 1932)
- the evaluation of social and economic conditions in the British Caribbean by the West India Royal Commission, 1938-39 (better known as the Moyne Commission),
- the examination of the Trinidad and Tobago Disturbances in 1937, (also known as the Foster Commission)
- the establishment of Trade Disputes (Arbitration and Inquiry) Ordinance, in 1938
Source: NALIS Blog
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Juneteenth originated in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865. On this date, the people of Texas learned that the Civil War had ended and (enslaved people) had gained their freedom. Major General Gordon Granger, the leader of the Union troops, issued General Order Number 3, emancipating the last 250,000 (enslaved people) who remained captive despite President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation of 1863. Justice was delayed but ultimately not denied.
The name Juneteenth may capture the excitement those (enslaved people) felt. According to the “Queen’s English,” the celebration should be called “June Nineteenth.” But when chains of captivity fell from their bodies and souls, their tongues were not concerned about grammar. Newfound freedom prompted the creation of a new word, “Juneteenth.”
Today, African Americans celebrate Juneteenth as a reminder of the cruelty of slavery and of the God-given right to equality and freedom. Also, Juneteenth is a time to remember that justice is still being denied to many contemporary African Americans (and other people of color, a.k.a. POC)… Consequently, African Americans must continue to emphasize education, self-advancement, and community development….In some cities, Juneteenth festivities are held for an entire week, ending on June 19.
Excerpts from submission by Rev. Sylvia Wilson
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Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival |
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The Caribbean Organizations were invited to join the Atlanta Juneteenth Parade. Members of the Trinidad and Tobago Association were present.
Some highlights shared below.
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TnTGA celebrated its annual Family Fun Day on June 26, 2022.
Thank You to Mr. Bertram Jones Hewitt and his hard working committee for hosting another successful sports and cultural day.
To all the volunteers who worked to make this happen, we appreciate your contribution.
Congratulations to Team "Noor Hassanali" for winning the challenge trophy.
See you Next Year
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Birthdays for April, May, June
Karen Lake-Thompson, Marjorie Foster, Pam Ramcheran,
Brenda Chee Wah, Douglas Barzey, Wilford Samuel, Bernice Boyce
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Senior Nugget
Our Vision gets stronger with age because of
Hindsight, Foresight and Insight.
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Thank You To The Community |
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Caribbean Heritage Month Contributors |
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Thanks to everyone who contributed to the opening ceremony hosted by Georgia Caribbean American Heritage Coalition. where Jamaica and The Republic Trinidad and Tobago were featured as both countries are celebrating 60 years of independence.
Contributors included: TnTGA President Ms. Hazel Mitchell, Ms. Natalie Joseph Settle, Mr.Fitzroy James and Mr. Rodney Foster.
Our own Marissa Williams co-hosted with Mr. Austin Thompson who is a great friend and supporter of TnTGA .
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