Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > Bexley
Jamaica - Duke Street, Kingston
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Jamaica - Duke Street, Kingston
Slide showing a photograph of Duke Street in Kingston. Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica, located on the south-eastern coast of the island facing a natural harbour. The city was established in 1692.. Part of Box 108. Boswell Collection. Slide number 14. Jamaica, officially the Commonwealth of Jamaica, is an island nation of the Greater Antilles, situated in the Caribbean Sea. Jamaica is south of Cuba and west of Hispaniola, the island containing the nation-states of Haiti and the Dominican Republic in the West Indies. Date: circa 1908
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14177445
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1692 Antilles Capital Caribbean Commonwealth Cuba Dominican Established Facing Greater Haiti Hispaniola Indies Jamaica Jamaican Kingston Largest Located Nation Officially Situated
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Bexley
> North America
> Cuba
> Related Images
> North America
> Dominican Republic
> Related Images
> North America
> Haiti
> Related Images
> North America
> Jamaica
> Kingston
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Duke Street, Kingston, Jamaica: A Glimpse into the Past Duke Street in Kingston, Jamaica, as depicted in this circa 1908 photograph, offers a captivating window into the history and charm of this vibrant Caribbean city. Kingston, the capital and largest city of Jamaica, is situated on the south-eastern coast of the island, facing a natural harbour. Established in 1692, the city has a rich and diverse history that spans over three centuries. Jamaica, an island nation of the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean Sea, is located south of Cuba and west of Hispaniola, home to the nation-states of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. This photograph, part of the Boswell Collection, Slide number 14, transports us back in time to an era when Kingston was a bustling port city. The image reveals a well-lit Duke Street, with a row of buildings on either side, their facades adorned with intricate details. The street is bustling with activity, with people going about their daily routines. A lantern hangs from a tree, casting a warm glow on the scene. The natural harbour, a prominent feature of Kingston, can be seen in the background, adding to the picturesque setting. This photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Jamaica and the vibrancy of its largest city, Kingston. It invites us to explore the history and stories that lie within its walls and to appreciate the unique character of this Caribbean gem.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.