Caribbean Forts
The Caribbean’ forts are a fascinating and tangible reminder of the region’s turbulent colonial history, built by European powers to protect their valuable sugar islands and trade routes.
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Sunday, November 30, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s Plantation Economy
Sri Lanka’s plantation economy has played a crucial role in shaping the country’s economic landscape, particularly since the late 18th century.
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The Dutch in Sri Lanka
The Dutch East India Company (Vereenigde Oost-Indische Compagnie, VOC) controlled coastal Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) for nearly 140 years, leaving a lasting impact on the island’s economy, architecture, and culture
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Great Artists: John Constable
John Constable (1776–1837) was an English painter renowned for his landscape paintings, which are celebrated for their naturalistic representation and emotional depth.
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Guy Fawkes: Catholics V Protestants
Guy Fawkes was involved in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, a failed conspiracy to assassinate King James I of England and blow up the House of Lords. The plot was aimed at ending Protestant rule in England and restoring a Catholic monarchy.
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