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America 250: Why George Washington’s Barbados Visit Still Matters in 2026

Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence with Links to Barbados On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate a historic milestone: 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Known as America 250, the anniversary commemorates the founding of the United States…

A young Geroge Washington and his brother Lawrence sailing off the coast of Barbados in 1751.

George Washington’s Journey to Barbados

May 28, 2026

What Was It Like to Sail on an 18th-Century Ship? Imagine being 19 years old, sailing from colonial Virginia to Barbados aboard a wooden ship, with no guarantee of safely arriving after weeks at sea. In 1751, George Washington did exactly that. Alongside his half-brother…

A Day in the Life of George Washington

May 28, 2024

In 1751, Bridgetown, Barbados stood as a vibrant crossroads of colonial life, its bustling streets echoing with the rhythms of life in Britain’s Caribbean commercial center and hub, one of the most active and dynamic towns in the West Indies. Amidst this tapestry of cultural…