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How The Island of Jamaica became an independent nation?

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In February 1962, a new Constitution was approved by the Legislature and the Premier Norman Manley called General Elections. Alexander Bustamante was elected in April and became the first Prime Minister of Jamaica. On August 6, 1962, Jamaica became an Independent Nation and a member of the British Commonwealth.

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After World War II, Jamaican leaders developed the government structure to prepare for independence. In 1962, Bustamante's party won the election and he became premier. That same year, the UK Parliament officially granted Jamaica independence, and Bustamante became the independent country's first prime minister.
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