
JAMAICA: History of Jamaica from its Discovery by Christopher Columbus to the Year 1872, Indlucing an Account of its Trade and Agriculture, Sketches of the Manners, Habits, and Customs of All Classes of its Inhabitants, etc
by W J Gardner. 1909. 510p
The document discusses the historical events in Jamaica, highlighting the alarm among planters following a successful expedition against St. Jago de Cuba, which resulted in significant plunder. It mentions the Earl of Carlisle's efforts to reform the law-making system in 1678 and Columbus's despair during his voyages, emphasizing the challenges faced by early navigators. Additionally, it addresses the prioritization of religious interests by Cromwell's military, the extermination of the indigenous population under Spanish rule, and critiques the moral conduct of both the indigenous people and the Spanish, reflecting a history marked by violence and exploitation.