Governor of Jamaica
colonial governor
| Governor of Jamaica link (colonial governor) | |
|---|---|
| Start | 1661 |
| A lucrative mid-level position in the British empire. | |
In 1661, England began colonisation of the island. It gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1962. In the first few hundred years it was a lucrative but not very prestigious post. After independence, the island was overseen by Governor-Generals.