Bahamas Updated

On January 10, 1967, in a stunning election, Pindling's PLP won a narrow victory. Pindling declared from a balcony: "This is the hour of the dawn." It was Majority Rule—government by the Black majority for the first time. On July 10, 1973, after a decade of internal self-governance, the Bahamas became an independent nation. The new flag—black for the strength of the people, aquamarine for the sea, and gold for the sand and sun—was raised in Nassau.

As our sailing adventure came to an end, I reflected on the incredible experiences we'd shared. From the warm hospitality of the Bahamian people to the breathtaking natural beauty of the islands, I had fallen deeply in love with this enchanting archipelago. Bahamas

The music is a frantic, hypnotic rhythm of goatskin drums (the bass), cowbells (the rhythm), and brass horns. If you cannot visit in December, the "Junkanoo Expo" in Nassau runs year-round with costumes on display. On January 10, 1967, in a stunning election,

, to enhance financial inclusion across its dispersed islands. 2. Major Infrastructure & Social Developments The new flag—black for the strength of the