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Jamaica Celebrates 50 Years of Independence

HeadlineAug 06, 2012

Celebrations are being held in Jamaica and around the world today honoring the country’s 50th anniversary of independence. On August 6, 1962, Jamaica became a free nation after more than 300 years of British rule. Jamaica is celebrating the day with national festivities, as are members of the Jamaican diaspora across the globe.

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