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PHOTO FLASHBACK: British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan's visit to Jamaica, March 31 – April 4, 1961

Published:Thursday | March 31, 2022 | 4:51 PMA Digital Integration & Marketing production
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After being introduced to the premier of Jamaica, Mr Macmillan went on to inspect a guard of honour mounted by the Royal Hampshires.
Mr Harold Macmillan and Lady Dorothy leave Garrison Church on Good Friday, April 1, 1961, after attending morning service. Behind them is Lady Blackburne.
Looking intently at something of interest in the King's House gardens, shortly before the planting of a Spathodea tree by Mr Macmillan, are (from left) the governor; Mr J. Burra, Conservator of Forests; and Mr Macmillan.
Prime Minister Mr Harold Macmillan and Lady Dorothy wave goodbye at Palisadoes Airport on Tuesday afternoon, April 4, 1961, before entering the plane which took them to Washington. The Prime minister was ending a five-day official visit to Jamaica.
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Mr Macmillan was impressed with Jamaica's development. His trip to Jamaica was packed with engagements. He made a commitment to continue the mutually beneficial relationship shared by both countries.