Americas/Caribbean
Jamaica
Kingston
2.8 Mio
10 991 km²
Jamaican dollar
Coastal
English, Jamaican Patois
Historical Events
1494 - Arrival of Christopher Columbus
Christopher Columbus arrived in Jamaica, marking the beginning of Spanish rule over the island.
1655 - English Conquest of Jamaica
England conquered Jamaica from Spain and renamed the island.
1838 - Emancipation of Slaves
Britain fully emancipated all slaves in Jamaica, leading to significant changes in the economy.
1962 - Independence from the United Kingdom
Jamaica achieved independence, transitioning from a British colony to a sovereign nation.
2016 - Andrew Holness Becomes Prime Minister
Andrew Holness took office to serve as Prime Minister of Jamaica.