A COMMUNITY celebration marking Saint Lucia’s 47th Anniversary of Independence has been held in Amesbury.
The outreach event, hosted by the Saint Lucia High Commission to the United Kingdom, took place at Antrobus House on Sunday (February 22).
Held under the theme “Douvann Ansanm – Health and Well-Being for a Prosperous Nation” (“Moving Forward Together”), the afternoon brought together residents, members of the Armed Forces and civic leaders to celebrate the island’s culture and heritage.
Guests enjoyed spoken word performances, personal reflections on military and family life and vibrant musical interludes including steelpan.
The mayor of Amesbury, Cllr Dr Monica Devendran, opened the event and congratulated the government and people of Saint Lucia on the milestone.
Amesbury mayor Cllr Devendran with High Commissioner H.E. Hon Anthony Severin SLC OBE.
She said: “Events like this show how culture brings people together, fostering understanding, wellbeing, and a strong sense of belonging.
“Amesbury is proud to support diverse communities and to host celebrations that reflect the richness of our town and the people who live here.”
The keynote address was delivered by Anthony Severin, High Commissioner of Saint Lucia to the UK, who spoke about the significance of independence, the importance of health and wellbeing and the value of international friendship.
Margaret Aymes also addressed attendees on behalf of Antrobus House, outlining the history of the building and its role as a valued community venue.
Ms Angela from the St Lucian High Commission
The mayor thanked organisers, performers and guests for making the celebration “meaningful and memorable”.
Not sure what St Lucia, its High Commision or culture has anything to do with Amesbury or Amesbury Town Council or its community? All the peopke spijen yo knew nothing if this event despite residents attending. Do explain Amesbury’s involvement ir connection. Perhaps someone(s) emigrated and settled there from Amesbury centuries ago or the reverse though I can’t recollect anybody doing so? Another thought is, given the hosting venue, perhaps the Antrobus family and wealth was involved with sugar plantations and slavery in St Lucia?
What link with Amesbury?
Amesbury Resident and Curious Amesbury Community thank you for taking the time to engage with this message. This says it resonated with you. As you engage you may wish to do a little more research to enrich your knowledge. Even if there was no link, should this stops a persons/or groups of persons or a country from hosting an event in in any given community? Your message, though maybe not intended, signals that only persons from Amesbury celebrate activities in the area. In such a case I hope you do not travel beyond the borders of Amesbury to explore the world. Furthermore, for your edification many Saint Lucians were recruited from Saint Lucia and many other Caribbean countries as well as other Commonwealth countries to serve in the British armed forces. During service many live in Amesbury and surrounding areas even after service some remain or relocate to other areas.
Anyways, Happy Independence to the people of Saint Lucia.