Part one of New Nation in the West Indies is an introduction to the Federation of the West Indies. Ten palm-shaded island units, popularly regarded as tourist paradises, have pooled their resources for a common future. What are their problems, hopes and aspirations as they embark on this new chapter in their history? The film presents the views of several spokesmen, notably Hugh Springer, Registrar of the University College of the West Indies, and the Honorable Norman Manley, Chief Minister of Jamaica, who describes the historical, political and economic motivations that led to the union.
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In ACMI's collection
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ACMI Identifier
007564
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Caribbean Area
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → West Indies
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Caribbean Area - Social conditions
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Developing countries - Economic policy
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Jamaica - Politics and government
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Political science
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)