Guyana gains independence! - On this day, 26 May 1966

On this day in 1966, Guyana, formerly a colony of the Dutch and later the British, gained its independence. The South American country declared its sovereignty and became the only English-speaking country on the continent. On this historic day, thousands of people took to the streets to celebrate their newfound independence. The newly formed government, led by Prime Minister Forbes Burnham, pledged to create a fair and just society for all Guyanese people. This milestone event marked the end of colonial rule in Guyana and the beginning of a new era in the country's history.