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This hotel was situated at 68 South Camp Rd, a mile from the heart of Kingston and was able to house 48 guests. It featured a cocktail bar, fresh water swimming pool, card games and archery for experts and amateurs. The last telephone listing of the…

A troupe of John Canoe dancers including the "Queen" and Pitchy Patchy. John Canoe/Jonkonnu is believed to be derived from the name of a famous African Chief of the Guinea Coast named John Connu and a cultural retention of slave society. In Jamaica,…

Built between 1775 and 1782, the church was dedicated to St. James, the Great-Patron Saint of Spain. The 1957 earthquake caused extensive damage to this structure, which brought the need for a complete restoration of the building. One of the numerous…

This hilltop view of Brown’s Town was taken in 1910 and the scene shows the town abuzz with activity. At present, Brown’s Town is a vibrant commercial center, with the hub being the Brown’s Town Market.

A group including Norman Manley (right), Mayor Edward Fagan (in black gown) await Winston Churchill's arrival in Kingston.

Persons waiting on Winston Churchill's arrival at the top of King Street in Kingston, by the statue of Queen Victoria.

Sign erected above Nathan's store welcoming Winston Churchill to the city of Kingston.

Persons beginning to gather in Downtown, Kingston ahead of Sir Winston Churchill's visit to the city of Kingston.

Two politicians pointing while having a conversation during Winston Churchill's visit to Spanish Town.

Lady Churchill and others accompanying Winston Churchill, have a chat during his visit to Spanish Town.