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The Caribbean Islands

The Caribbean Islands, featuring both high and low landforms, are a vibrant tapestry of history and culture. Barbados, the low island, reaches 1,008 feet, located in the Lesser Antilles, while Jamaica, a high island, boasts a maximum elevation of 6,768 feet and is rich in bauxite and limestone. The region's tumultuous past includes the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1494, the displacement of indigenous peoples, and the establishment of African slave communities by Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Discover the unique characteristics and histories of these islands.

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The Caribbean Islands

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  1. The Caribbean Islands By: Kaylie K. Green April 1st

  2. Barbados Low Island 1,008 feet Located in the Lesser Antilles

  3. Jamaica High Island Has bauxite and Limestone Highest point 6,768 feet Located in the Greater Antilles

  4. Continental Island 2,520 feet Little height Located in the Lesser Antilles Grenada

  5. JamaicaTimeline Christopher Columbus in 1494 Natives were replaced with African Slaves Settled by Spanish in the 16 century

  6. CITATIONS World factbook, author unknown, updated on 3/16/11, last updated on 3/30 https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/wfbExt/region_cam.html World factbook, author unknown, updated on 3/16/11, last used 3/29 https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/jm.html World factbook, author unknown, updated on 3/16/11, last used on 3/30 https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/bb.html

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