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30th November 2021 saw the Caribbean island of Barbados declare itself the world's newest republic.
Although Barbados won independence from Great Britain in 1966, only now has it severed colonial ties to the British throne.
Replacing Queen Elizabeth II as head of state, Dame Sandra Mason was inaugurated as the country's president.
Representing Britain's 95 year old monarch, Prince Charles also addressed the Barbadian people.
Members of the House of Assembly and the Senate all swore an oath of allegiance to serve the new republic.
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley acknowledged the challenges that lay ahead, and that the new republic had to move forward together.
1st December has been declared Barbadian Independence Day.
Ahead of its first celebration, the Prime Minister honoured international singing sensation Rihanna, the most celebrated child of Barbados, with its National Hero award.
It's hoped that Rhianna's example will inspire young Barbadians.
They too can achieve and support the new republic.
