Warner Park Cricket Stadium in Basseterre, Saint Kitts, was a sea of national pride on Friday evening, September 19, 2025, as hundreds gathered to celebrate the 42nd Anniversary of Independence for the twin-island Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Attendees, adorned in patriotic attire and branded gear, witnessed a spectacular showcase of military precision and historical reenactments. The event was graced by the presence of Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd, Governor-General, and Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew, who joined in the festivities. The ceremony featured a march-past by various armed and unarmed units, including the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force, the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force, and the Cadets Corps. A highlight of the evening was the performance by reenactors from the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force, who portrayed the historic 4th West India Regiment. Dressed in period uniforms and armed with British Land Pattern Flintlock Rifles, they demonstrated precision drills and historical firing techniques, captivating the audience. Dennis Richards, a celebrated visual artist, praised the event, noting its evolution over the years. Keisha Farrell, another attendee, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the excellent turnout and the parade’s improvements. Diplomats from around the globe, including representatives from Cuba, Taiwan, Venezuela, and the United States, were also in attendance, underscoring the international significance of the celebration.
Massive crowd fills Warner Park to patriotically celebrate Saint Kitts and Nevis’ 42nd Independence
