Trinidad & Tobago

August 31, 2011

Independence Day is a public holiday in Trinidad & Tobago.

Trinidad and Tobago were one of those countries in the British colony who became a part of the post war, decolonization process. They got their independence on 31st August 1962. Once a British Colony, it is very much a part of Commonwealth now.

National Anthem

It was the 31st August when the Union Jack was lowered to declare Trinidad and Tobago an independent nation. The whole week was rejoiced with a lot of celebration and events.

This day goes down in the history of Trinidad and Tobago as a very important day.

History of Trinidad & Tobago Independence Day

Speaking of history, the American troops stationed at Chaguaramas and Cumuto deeply affected the social structure of the nation during the Second World War.

Christopher Colombus got Trinidad noticed to the world in 1498. That is when the Trinidad became a colony of Spain. As far as Tobago is concerned, the Dutch had claim to fame in invading this island. Tobago also saw French invasion with Spain as its allies.

Later British colonies were settled in Trinidad in 1802 and in Tobago in 1814. It was in 1888 that Trinidad and Tobago was made a single entity. This country was so prone to colonization because of the rich minerals not forgetting crude oil. However, a single country with a history of so many countries trying to build their colonies takes a toll on the common people. The independence on 31st August brought a sigh of relief in the people of Trinidad and Tobago.

Independence Day Traditions, Customs and Activities

This day is celebrated with lot of festivity and spirit. The military styled parade in the day in Queens Park is inspected by the Chief Secretary in Tobago and by the Head of the State in Trinidad.

Members of PCS Silver Stars Steel Orchestra celebrate with their trophies after retaining the National Panorama title at Queen’s Park Savannah, Port-of-Spain, on Saturday night.

The evening sees a lot of National Award presentation ceremony at the President’s house.

These awards are recognition for the local people for their achievements in various occupations.

The evening in Queens Park, Savannah displays a lot of firework to celebrate the occasion. These shows are quite popular with the crowd that starts coming in early to get the best sight.

Beyonce Knowles in Savannah, Trinidad & Tobago

Independence for any country is a gift to its citizens!

THE GUARDIAN @ Trinidad&Tobago: http://jupiter.guardian.co.tt/

A Celebration of Women

sens our Blessings & Love

to all the Women of our World in Trinidad & Tobago.

Celebrate Independence!

Namaste.