Prince William gives a powerful speech expressing “profound sorrow” over Britain's role in the “abhorrent” slave trade.
On Wednesday evening, William and his wife, Kate Middleton,hosted by Governor General of Jamaica, Sir Patrick Allen, at King's House in Jamaica, where he made a landmark speech that acknowledged his country's role in the trafficking of people to the Caribbean and the United States.
The 39-year-old royal continued, "While the pain runs deep, Jamaica continues to forge its future with determination, courage and fortitude. The strength and shared sense of purpose of the Jamaican people, represented in your flag and motto, celebrate an invincible spirit." This hasn't been the only controversy the royals have faced during their royal tour. Earlier this week, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were slated to visit a cacao farm in Belize but instead visited a different part of the country after local villagers protested. reported that Kensington Palace confirmed the schedule change due to"sensitive issues" involving the Indian Creek community.
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