Bahamian History 1492-Present

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  • Before 1492
    1491

    Before 1492

    The Lucayans were living peacefully on the islands of the Bahamas while the Renaissance was occurring in Europe.
  • Columbus Arrives in the Bahamas
    1492

    Columbus Arrives in the Bahamas

    Columbus visits the Bahamas, leading to Europe's "discovery" of the New World.
  • The Years After Columbus (1492-1629)
    1492

    The Years After Columbus (1492-1629)

    The Bahamas was neglected by the European governments as the Lucayans were taken away as slaves.