"Independence Square" Basseterre, Saint Kitts
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N 17° 17.759 W 062° 43.361
20Q E 529472 N 1912319
A sign presenting the historical importance of St. Kitts recently created Independence Square.
Waymark Code: WM8919
Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis
Date Posted: 02/20/2010
Views: 21
The text of the marker reads:
"Created as a place of relaxation in the 1730's, Pall Mall Square became a market place where enslaved Africans sold their wares on Sundays. Surroundings buildings held warehouses where slaves were sold. In 1792 a courthouse was built and the square became the center of administration. In 1983, it was renamed Independence Square." "Explore St. Kitts Discover - Feel - Love - remember"
Group that erected the marker: Unknown
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Independence Square
Basseterre, St. Kitts
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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