Caribbean Geography Overview
The Caribbean is a complex region made up of numerous islands, categorized into the Bahamas, Greater Antilles, and Lesser Antilles. The term West Indies, originally a misnomer from Columbus's quest for Asia, now refers specifically to former British colonies in the area. Following World War II, the British established the West Indian Federation, acknowledging the impending independence of these small islands with limited resources and economies.In this clip
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