C. T. Suddeth

Jamaica is still home to 2 Indian tribes living in the Blue Mountains with the Maroons. One tribe is Taino — Hummingbird Yamaye (YukayekeYamayeGuani) who have chosen a chief, Kasike. The other is a Cibnoey tribe, the Igneri. I have found little about them. Those with info, please comment.

Read Full Post »

The Indians of Jamaica call the island Xaymaca, land of springs. I was surprised how strong the Indian presence is. They call themselves Yamaye and are related to the Taino of Puerto Rico. They even have a cacigue, chief.

Read Full Post »