Another October 21 has passed like any normal weekend with little mention of the importance of that date in our anti-colonial calendar and the political and constitutional progress of our country and its people. Once more I wish to emphasize that the information contained in this series in relation to the events of 1935, is based on an extensive interview with “Sheriff” Lewis on the 40th anniversary of the 1935 uprising. …
Next Thursday, October 21, will mark the 86th anniversary of one of the most important chapters in our history; the rebellion of 1935. Unfortunately, save for the seventies and eighties, it will most likely pass without murmur, with little acknowledgement or recognition. In fact, it is true to say that most Vincentians either have no knowledge at all of the events of October 21, 1935, or of their significance in …
Next Thursday, October 21, will mark the 86th anniversary of one of the most important chapters in our history; the rebellion of 1935. Unfortunately, save for the seventies and eighties, it will most likely pass without murmur, with little acknowledgement or recognition. In fact, it is true to say that most Vincentians either have no knowledge at all of the events of October 21, 1935, or of their significance in …