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1838 in Jamaica

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Historical records for Jamaica in 1838

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Jamaica Prepares For Full Freedom

Lionel Smith · Jamaica · Government / Government of Great Britain

Governor Lionel Smith presided during the final months of Jamaican apprenticeship as the colony prepared for full emancipation.

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