Bahamas Independence Poem
July 10, 1973…
Sovereign, delightful and free!
The Bahamas, a promising new nation…
It’s people, jubilant and optimistic in its creation
As the Union Jack dissipates in celebration…
The atmosphere was of peaceful liberation
Young and autonomous…
A people embraced the challenge
Bahamians reside for evermore…
A homeland rich in ambition to its core
Determined to self-rule…
Deserving in opportunities and blessed
A country of Godly foundation…
Constructed to stand the test of time
An independent archipelago of visionaries…
Laws of righteousness to guide
Forward in dignity…
Upward in unity
Together in purpose…
Lasting in positive resolve
Bahamians of love…
Conquering the vices
Remembering the golden opportunity…
Of self-determination and victory
Relishing in foresight and accomplishments…
Conquering the foes of mediocrity and regression
The road to nobility and prosperity;
Seekers abound in our Bahama land
Independence to eternity…
Keeping the faith of our insightful forefathers
Bahamians remember always the reason,
Residing with our unique identity
In golden sunshine and inspirational breeze,
In fertile ocean, and valued rain
On soothing sand, and magnificent seashores…
Blessings are countless, and gifts endless
Independent Bahamas, for generations unending…
Thanking God for his outpouring love
Bahamians of exceptional heritage…
Upholding the faith of nationhood and deliverance
©2004-2023,2024... Dennis A. Dames
