The end of an era: Barbados becomes a Republic
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The Times
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🗓️ 30 November 2021
⏱️ 30 minutes
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Summary
Fifty-five years ago, Barbados gained independence from Britain. Despite independence, Queen Elizabeth has remained head of state. Today, that's come to an end. Barbados has formally cut ties with the British monarchy and declared itself a republic. Will other realms in the Commonwealth follow? And what does the move mean for the royal family?
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| 1:33.1 | Despite independence, the Queen remained head of state of what's often called the Caribbean's |
| 1:38.6 | Little England. |
| 1:40.4 | But today, that comes to an end. |
| 1:43.3 | After almost four centuries, Barbados has formally cut ties with the British monarchy and |
| 1:49.1 | declared itself a republic. |
| 1:51.4 | This is a natural step, almost no different from a child leaving a parents' home. |
| 2:01.1 | Where Barbados leads, will other realms in the Commonwealth follow? |
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