History of Antigua and Barbuda (1493–1687)

Santa Maria de la Antigua (1493–1627)
Antigua (1627–1687)
1493–1687
Demonym(s)Antiguan
History 
• Established
1493
• Disestablished
1687
Today part ofAntigua and Barbuda

This article covers the history of Antigua and Barbuda from the end of the Pre-Columbian period in 1493 to 1687. During this era, the first African slaves were brought to Antigua and Barbuda, and the native population was driven to near-extinction. For much of this period, Antigua and Barbuda was officially known as the Colony of Antigua.

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