The Bahamas After Independence
Formal Documented Essay
The Bahamas after Independence
I strongly believe Independence has become both a blessing and a curse towards the Bahamas. Prior to receiving its Independence, the Bahamas was first a crown colony government under the British in the year 1718 and were encourage to abide by all rules and regulations that were pass on to them. The British offered the Bahamas protection, wealth and power. After many years of being supported by the British government, the Bahamas believed that it was time for a change. Sir Randol Fawkes was the first to bring the topic of Independence to the attention of the members in parliament. On the journey for its Independence the nation was faced with a few disagreements but, with great leaders who were willing to push for separation and endure the tedious tasks we managed to overcome all obstacles. Finally, on July 10, 1973 the Bahamas became a Commonwealth nation and was free from British rule. Upon obtaining its Independence the Bahamas forecasted a better and brighter future. After attaining Independence the people expected a new cultural lifestyle, government agencies being developed, and equality between for women. The Bahamas was well on its way to being a successful independent country, or so they thought.
Shortly after becoming Independent the Bahamas made a major cultural change pertaining to the new Commonwealth nation. One of the changes includes the creation of the Bahamian Flag and the Coat of Arms. The colors embodied in the design of the Bahamian flag symbolize the image and aspirations of the people of The Bahamas; the design reflects aspects of the natural environment (sun, sand, and sea) and the economic and social development (Bahamian culture). The flag is a black equilateral triangle against the mast, attached on a horizontal background made up of two colors on three equal stripes of aquamarine, gold and aquamarine. The Coat of Arms is described to be a shield that is surrounded by the national
The Bahamas after Independence
I strongly believe Independence has become both a blessing and a curse towards the Bahamas. Prior to receiving its Independence, the Bahamas was first a crown colony government under the British in the year 1718 and were encourage to abide by all rules and regulations that were pass on to them. The British offered the Bahamas protection, wealth and power. After many years of being supported by the British government, the Bahamas believed that it was time for a change. Sir Randol Fawkes was the first to bring the topic of Independence to the attention of the members in parliament. On the journey for its Independence the nation was faced with a few disagreements but, with great leaders who were willing to push for separation and endure the tedious tasks we managed to overcome all obstacles. Finally, on July 10, 1973 the Bahamas became a Commonwealth nation and was free from British rule. Upon obtaining its Independence the Bahamas forecasted a better and brighter future. After attaining Independence the people expected a new cultural lifestyle, government agencies being developed, and equality between for women. The Bahamas was well on its way to being a successful independent country, or so they thought.
Shortly after becoming Independent the Bahamas made a major cultural change pertaining to the new Commonwealth nation. One of the changes includes the creation of the Bahamian Flag and the Coat of Arms. The colors embodied in the design of the Bahamian flag symbolize the image and aspirations of the people of The Bahamas; the design reflects aspects of the natural environment (sun, sand, and sea) and the economic and social development (Bahamian culture). The flag is a black equilateral triangle against the mast, attached on a horizontal background made up of two colors on three equal stripes of aquamarine, gold and aquamarine. The Coat of Arms is described to be a shield that is surrounded by the national
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