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  1. britannica.com

    Jan 15, 2025Martinique - French Colony, Caribbean, Slavery: Carib Indians inhabited the island at the time Christopher Columbus sighted it in 1493. It was not until 1502, on his fourth voyage, that he visited the island, leaving some pigs and goats there. Neglected by the Spaniards, who sought more material rewards than those the island offered, Martinique was occupied in 1635 by a Frenchman, Pierre ...
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  3. martinique.org

    Over the centuries, slaves resisted and organized themselves. Ideas of equality and freedom gained ground and debates on the abolition of slavery ensued within French society. On May 22, 1848, slavery was officially abolished in Martinique by order of the French government, putting an end to a dark period in our history.
  4. azmartinique.com

    Key dates in the history of Martinique - 2000 BC: First traces of human life in Martinique - 1 century BC: First settlement of the Arawaks - About 900 AD: Arrival of the Caribs - Around 1300: Settlement of the Caribs - June 15, 1502: Christopher Columbus arrives in Martinique and declares when he sees the island: "It is the best, the most fertile, the sweetest, the most even, the ...
  5. ourhistory.org.uk

    Jul 29, 2024Post-war period and the path to departmentalisation. The end of World War II brought significant changes to Martinique's political status. In 1946, Martinique became an official overseas department of France, along with Guadeloupe, French Guiana, and Réunion. ... The history of Martinique, from colonisation to the modern day, is one of ...
  6. familysearch.org

    History [edit | edit source] During the period of European exploration and colonization, Martinique was first discovered by the Spanish. However the French rapidly entered and took control. Martinique was first controlled by France 1635, then, for a very short time by Great Britain 1762, with France recovering the territory in 1763.
  7. everyculture.com

    History and Ethnic Relations Emergence of the Nation. The existence of a Martinican "nation" is a matter of dispute. After the definitive abolition of slavery in 1848 (an earlier emancipation act of the French Revolution was rescinded by Napoleon), the dominant colonial policy became assimilation: the full extension of French education, language, and civil rights to all those living under the ...
  8. en.wikipedia.org

    History of Martinique by period (4 C) D. Disasters in Martinique (1 C) E. Establishments in Martinique (4 C) Events in Martinique (2 C, 1 P) F. ... Pages in category "History of Martinique" The following 17 pages are in this category, out of 17 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
  9. domainedesfondsblancs.com

    Discover the captivating history of Martinique, from ancient Arawak settlements to colonization, slavery, and its current status as a French overseas department. Explore significant events like the eruption of Mount Pelée in 1902 and the island's cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this Caribbean gem.
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  1. History of Martinique

    This is a page on the history of the island of Martinique. Wikipedia

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