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Sketch of bamboos and cotton tree, Westmoreland
A photographic print showing a sketch of a cotton tree towering over bamboo trees surrounding a thatched hut. A woman and child and a man riding a horse are seen along the road.
Sketch of two ladies
Sketch of two ladies, one in a long black and white dress and the other in a white dress with black pattern.
Skirmish near Mahaica Fort, Demerara, August 19, 1823
A depiction of slaves (rebels) forcing the retreat of European soldiers near Mahaica Fort in Demerara, Guyana, during the Demerara Rebellion of 1823.
Skylarkin 'an' Boderation
"J.I.S. Playhouse will present Skylarkin' an' Boderation on Sunday, March 3 at 6:30pm. The play is written and directed by Bobby Ghisays, and is a fast funny spoof set in a fictitious police station somewhere in Kingston. The play is performed by…
Slave Auction
Enslaved persons including a topless woman and two children are being inspected by propective buyers at a 'slave auction'. Paraphernalia for branding the slaves are in the foreground.
Slave auction trade
A slave auction taking place near along the harbour. Seen in the background is a ship, possibly belonging to one of the men selling or making purchases.
Slave cell at 'Geddes', St. Ann
"Two holes at back for coons to be thrust through and chained to a bard embedded in the masonry."
Slave chatting informally
Three enslaved Africans chatting among themselves in a relaxed mood. A turkey is beside them.
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Port Antonio Clock-Tower
Image of the clock-tower in the main square of Port Antonio at the junction of West, Harbour and Fort George Streets.