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Imdependence day changes

Upon Independence on August 31st 1962, the Governor, Sir Solomon Hochoy, was installed as the first Governor-General and the Premier, Dr. Eric Williams, automatically became the Prime Minister. The British Monarch remained as Head of State and the Privy Council, the highest court of appeal. Some of the other changes included:

National Emblems

  • National Flag

  • National Anthem

  • Coat of Arms

  • National Birds

  • National Flower


The Constitution


The Defence Force

  • Regiment

  • Coast Guard


DR. ERIC WILLIAMS


Sir Solomon Hochoy

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