Widespread Celebrations herald the new Republic of Barbados
The celebration of music, dance, pomp and pageantry started at dusk on November 29, and extended through to midnight when the country erupted in an outburst of joy to mark the beginning of an era for Barbados: It’s transition into a Parliamentary Republic and the installation of its new president to replace the Queen of England as head of state. The ceremony took place at the National Heroes Square in front of dozens of dignitaries from across the Caribbean and around the world including The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles, heir to the British throne as well as local political …