It has not been all island vibes for Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, during a protest-filled tour of the Caribbean on behalf of Queen Elizabeth II.
William's comments also came after dozens of protesters gathered in Kingston demanding an apology and reparations. Jamaica was once a British colony where hundreds of thousands of Africans were forced to work as slaves on its plantations. Slavery was formally abolished on the island in 1834.
"The appalling atrocity of slavery forever stains our history," William said in his speech."While the pain runs deep, Jamaica continues to forge its future with determination, courage and fortitude." They also drew some criticism for a photo showing them greeting children in Trench Town, Jamaica, through a wire fence and not out in the open.The royal couple visit Trench Town, the birthplace of reggae music, on day four of the Platinum Jubilee Royal Tour of the Caribbean on March 22, 2022 in Kingston, Jamaica.
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