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Loyalists in the Bahamas.
More than a century later, another major influx of newcomers arrived in
Eleuthera when American colonists still loyal to the British flag left
the newly independent nation, many bringing with them the slaves they
held in America. These Loyalists also brought their Colonial building
skills, as well as their agricultural and shipbuilding expertise, all of
which became major influences in Eleutheran life.
To solidify their independence, in 1783, the former Loyalists, assisted
by the South Carolina militia, took up arms and forced the retreat of
Spanish forces from the entire region -- even as far away as Nassau and
Bermuda -- without a shot being fired.
The History of the Bahamas.
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Bahamas History. We have chose a few of the most popular topics.
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