20th Century Bahamas (Social Changes)

The Bahamas, molded by World War I echoes and the tribulations of the Great Depression, witnessed dramatic societal upheavals in the early twentieth century. As the economy transformed from traditional industries to a tourism and foreign investment-driven powerhouse, urbanization reshaped the vibrant capital of Nassau. 

Yet, amid economic disparities and simmering tensions, a unique Bahamian identity emerged, blending diverse cultures and laying the groundwork for a nation’s evolution.

Join us on a trip through postwar societal transformations, the endurance of the Great Depression, the effects of World War II, and the victories of civil rights and social reforms that have ...