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By Theresa Goodwin theresa.goodwin@antiguaobserver.com To most, National Hero and former Prime Minister Sir Lester Bird is revered as the founding father of…
A&B celebrates the Father of the Nation
Antiguans and Barbudans marked V C Bird Day on Wednesday in celebratory mode as they reflected on the life and contributions of Sir Vere Cornwall Bird.
The wreath-laying ceremony attracted politicians, family and supporters of the late Father of the Nation who gathered at the V C Bird Bust in Market Square, to include his son, Emeritus Leader, former prime minister and National Hero, Sir Lester Bryant Bird.
The celebration included musical interludes by Khan Cordice and speeches from labour ministers as well as Governor General Sir Rodney Williams.
Born on December 9, 1909, Sir V C Bird was the first chief minister, first premier, and first prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda.