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Jamaica - Spanish Town, The Cathedral
Slide showing a photograph of a cathedral, in Spanish Town. Spanish Town is the capital and the largest town in the parish of St. Catherine in the county of Middlesex, Jamaica.. Part of Box 108. Boswell Collection. Slide number 31. Jamaica, officially the Commonwealth of Jamaica, is an island nation of the Greater Antilles, situated in the Caribbean Sea. Jamaica is south of Cuba and west of Hispaniola, the island containing the nation-states of Haiti and the Dominican Republic in the West Indies. Date: circa 1923
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Antilles Capital Caribbean Catherine Commonwealth Cuba Dominican Greater Haiti Hispaniola Indies Jamaica Jamaican Largest Middlesex Nation Officially Parish Situated 1923
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1. Title: A Grandiose Colonial Architecture - The Cathedral in Spanish Town, Jamaica, circa 1923 2. Description: This photograph showcases the grandeur of colonial architecture as it depicts The Cathedral in Spanish Town, Jamaica. Dating back to the early 18th century, Spanish Town is the capital and largest town in the parish of St. Catherine, located in the county of Middlesex. The image, part of the Boswell Collection, slide number 31, transports us back to the 1920s, offering a glimpse into Jamaica's rich history. 3. Background: Jamaica, an island nation in the Greater Antilles of the Caribbean Sea, is situated south of Cuba and west of Hispaniola, the island containing the nation-states of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The country gained its independence from the British in 1962 but was previously a British colony. The cathedral, an essential landmark of Spanish Town, is a testament to the island's colonial past. 4. Historical Significance: The Cathedral, a significant historical site, is officially known as the Church of the Most Holy Trinity. Constructed between 1728 and 1754, it is the oldest stone church in the Western Hemisphere and the oldest Anglican church in the Americas. The cathedral's architectural design reflects the fusion of Gothic and Baroque styles, with its distinctive lantern-topped tower and intricate stone carvings. 5. Conclusion: This photograph of The Cathedral in Spanish Town offers a glimpse into Jamaica's intriguing past, showcasing the island's unique blend of history, culture, and architectural beauty. The image is a reminder of the enduring legacy of colonialism and the rich heritage that continues to shape Jamaica today.
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