Trinidad & Tobago is celebrating the 100 birth anniversary of Dr Eric Eustace Williams, the country's first Prime Minister.
Williams became T&T's first Chief Minister following the general elections of 1956 and led the country to independence in 1962, becoming the first Prime Miinister.
On August 1, 1976, a new constitution was proclaimed, making Trinidad & Toabgo a democratic republic within the Commonwealth, with a President replacing the Queen as head of state.
Republic Day was proclaimed on September 24 to coincide with the convening of the first Republican Parliament. September 24 is also the date that Williams won his first election in 1956. He remained in office until his death in 1981.
Source: Wikipedia
| The HonourableDr. Eric Eustace Williams TC | |
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| 1st Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago | |
| In office November 10, 1956 – March 29, 1981 | |
| President | Solomon Hochoy Ellis Clarke |
| Preceded by | Prime Minister established |
| Succeeded by | George Chambers |
| Political Leader of the People's National Movement | |
| In office 1955–1981 | |
| Preceded by | Party established |
| Succeeded by | George Chambers |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 25, 1911 Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago |
| Died | March 29, 1981 (aged 69) Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago |
| Political party | PNM |
| Religion | Anglican |
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