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The world's newest republic came into being on 30th November 2021, as Barbados concluded a lengthy journey out of colonial rule.
The island had been an independent nation since 1966, yet the British monarch had retained the position of head of state.
This role passed to former governor-general Dame Sandra Mason, who parliament elected president.
Prince Charles, heir to the British throne, delivered a speech to Barbadians on his mother's behalf.
Swearing a new oath, parliamentarians in both the House of Assembly and the Senate pledged loyalty to the republic.
Mindful of the challenges ahead, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley addressed Barbadians, counselling that to profit from this freedom would require a collective act of will.
On the eve of the nation's inaugural Independence Day, set annually for 1st December, Mottley bestowed the highest Barbadian honour, the National Hero award, upon its most prolific descendent, international music diva Rihanna.
Recognition of a contemporary homegrown success is anticipated to spur young Barbadians on to excel and participate in the republic.
