Tag Archives: Carriacou

Big Drum in Carriacou.

Posted on November 27, 2009 by Bill Cameron

Big Drum in Carriacou Many well researched articles and books have been written about the origins and culture of ‘Big Drum’ in Carriacou. For detailed information I suggest ‘Big Drum Ritual in Carriacou’ by Lorna McDaniel and ‘African Themes in … Continue reading →

Posted in Big Drum in Carriacou | Tagged 1968, Big Drum, Bishop's College, Canute Caliste, Carriacou, Christine David, Cotta drum, Donald R.Hill, Haynes Williamson, Hillsborough, Lambert Brothers, Lorna McDaniel, Maroon, Prospect, Sugar Adams, Tombstone | 31 Comments

Grand Opening of Lauriston Airstrip.

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Bill Cameron

Monday 18th March and Tuesday 19th March 1968 were to be memorable days for the whole of Carriacou. They were to be days of celebration and, after years of waiting, Carriacou was finally to have its very own airstrip. As … Continue reading →

Posted in Opening Lauriston Airstrip | Tagged 1968, Belair, Carriacou, Edward de la Blanc, Errol W. Barrow, Governor Turbott, Grenada, Hillsborough, Hillsborough Government School, John Compton, Kick em Jenny, Lauriston airstrip, Milton Cato, Miriam B, Starlight V, Stephanie McLawrence | 3 Comments

Carnival

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Bill Cameron

Carnival in Grenada took place on Monday Feb 26th 1968 and in Carriacou on the following day. Juveau in St George’s began around 5.30am. The streets were packed with bands and we ‘ jumped up’ until breakfast time. In the … Continue reading →