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Jamaica becomes independent from Britain 50 years ago today (1962)

August 6, 20121960sadmin


Video: 'Towards Independence - Part 3' (Aug. 6, 1962, at 6:07)

(Monday, August 6, 1962) — Jamaica gained independence today from the United Kingdom, remaining a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.

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