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The French were the first to settle Grenada. Legend holds that in 1652 the last of the defending Caribs threw himself into the sea from a spot that was christened le Morne des Sauteurs and is known today as Leapers' Hill. Exploited first for indigo and later for sugar production, the island prospered and, like many others in the Caribbean, attracted the attention of the British. Find out more about this Island
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Hi readers, welcome to my profile, I am Uzo, a historian and sport writer, read my books on history of different ethnics, tribes and culture of different environment, I will be updating you with history books,
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