TaylorSwift 162,710 Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 Almost 400 years after the first English ship arrived on its golden shores, the former British colony of Barbados woke up Tuesday as a republic. The tiny Caribbean nation removed Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state in a spectacular ceremony that began late Monday, breaking its ties with the British royal family — and with it, one of the island’s last remaining imperial bonds to the United Kingdom. The event was held 55 years to the day since Barbados gained full independence but kept the monarch in the ceremonial role. At the strike of midnight local time, the new republic was born to the cheers of local crowds. The moment was marked by a 21 gun salute and the playing of the Barbadian national anthem. A dazzling display of fireworks, dance and music was followed by Prime Minister Mia Mottley declaring singer Rihanna a national hero. Prince Charles gave a speech saying the creation of the republic “offers a new beginning” for the former British colony, while his mother sent the island her "warmest good wishes." source https://store.taylorswift.com Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
swakby 4,100 Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 Just now, Teletubby said: Prime Minister Mia Mottley declaring singer Rihanna a national hero. Iconic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsemanche 97,820 Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 3 minutes ago, Teletubby said: Prince Charles gave a speech saying the creation of the republic “offers a new beginning” for the former British colony, while his mother sent the island her "warmest good wishes."  Soft, soothing, and succulent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
COOOK 76,406 Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 They really said "there's only one Barbados Queen"... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 99,197 Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 When the new Supreme rises, the old Supreme begins to fade. If you see me posting like crazy, I'm either bored or procrastinating. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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