The resounding cheering from the whistles, horns, pot covers, the chanting of reggae music, the camaraderie, and the magnificent colours of the Jamaican flag which decorated Trafalgar Square London on the 22nd August 2008 (hosted by JDYA UK) have been a momentous occasion for all Jamaicans living within the UK. The authorities said: "We have never seen anything like this in the seven years since we have been working here. Not only was this the most peaceful event we have ever witnessed but it was a real eye-opener and actually quite beautiful. The crowd left just as peacefully as they arrived. There is absolutely no rubbish left behind, this has never happened before we simply cannot believe it, itâ
Reaching this point has been an exhausting climb but the momentum keeps me going. Seeing this level of recognition for what we brought to Trafalgar Square makes the late nights feel worth it.
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Tyrone Ferguson
17 years ago
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respect to everyone who showed up. kept it peaceful and showed true class
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David Roberts
17 years ago
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Best day ever in London. Proud of my people
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Sharon McBride
17 years ago
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Still smile when I think about that day. pure vibes and the music was perfect
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Marcus Young
17 years ago
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The energy was unreal that day. Nothing but love and pride for our athletes
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Pat Park
17 years ago
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It was so beautiful to see our flag everywhere. brought tears to my eyes honestly.
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Simone Bello
17 years ago
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JAMAICA TO THE WORLD! We showed them how to celebrate properly and keep it clean too.
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The resounding cheering from the whistles, horns, pot covers, the chanting of reggae music, the camaraderie, and the magnificent colours of the Jamaican flag which decorated Trafalgar Square London on the 22nd August 2008 (hosted by JDYA UK) have been a momentous occasion for all Jamaicans living within the UK. The authorities said: "We have never seen anything like this in the seven years since we have been working here. Not only was this the most peaceful event we have ever witnessed but it was a real eye-opener and actually quite beautiful. The crowd left just as peacefully as they arrived. There is absolutely no rubbish left behind, this has never happened before we simply cannot believe it, itâ
Reaching this point has been an exhausting climb but the momentum keeps me going. Seeing this level of recognition for what we brought to Trafalgar Square makes the late nights feel worth it.
6 Comments
T
Tyrone Ferguson
17 years ago
Featured
respect to everyone who showed up. kept it peaceful and showed true class
D
David Roberts
17 years ago
Featured
Best day ever in London. Proud of my people
S
Sharon McBride
17 years ago
Featured
Still smile when I think about that day. pure vibes and the music was perfect
M
Marcus Young
17 years ago
Featured
The energy was unreal that day. Nothing but love and pride for our athletes
P
Pat Park
17 years ago
Featured
It was so beautiful to see our flag everywhere. brought tears to my eyes honestly.
S
Simone Bello
17 years ago
Featured
JAMAICA TO THE WORLD! We showed them how to celebrate properly and keep it clean too.
respect to everyone who showed up. kept it peaceful and showed true class