Federation Failures
The attempt to unite various Caribbean islands into a federation faced significant challenges from the outset, primarily due to a lack of local input and inter-island politics. Disputes over the capital and independent economic policies undermined the concept of unity. Additionally, ethnic tensions, particularly concerning representation for Indian-descended populations, further complicated matters, ultimately leading to Jamaica's departure and the federation's collapse.In this clip
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