Misnomer of West Indies
The term "West Indies" originated from Columbus's quest for the Indies, ultimately mislabeling the Caribbean islands. After World War II, the British established the West Indian Federation to prepare these English-speaking islands for independence, despite their cultural and geographical differences. The federation aimed to unify the islands, yet the vast distances and unique identities among them posed significant challenges.In this clip
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Why Isn't the West Indies a Single Country?
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