Jamaica Gains Independence
Jamaica becomes an independent nation within the Commonwealth, ending over 300 years of British colonial rule.
By Test Admin
July 10, 2026
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On August 6, 1962, Jamaica achieved independence from the United Kingdom, with Sir Alexander Bustamante becoming the nation's first Prime Minister. The Jamaican flag — featuring the black, gold, and green colours — was unfurled for the first time as a symbol of the new nation.
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