Archives, History and Nation: Review of Decolonizing the Caribbean Record: An Archives Reader, ed. Jeannette A. Bastian, John A. Aarons and Stanley H. Griffin.

This article provides a review of the book "Decolonizing the Caribbean Record: An Archives Reader," which examines the development of archival administration in various Caribbean regions. The book pays tribute to important figures in Caribbean archives and discusses the relationship between archives, history, and nation-building. It emphasizes the significance of archives in preserving and providing access to materials for researchers, while also acknowledging the challenges faced by archivists in the Caribbean. The article highlights the limitations of archives in fully capturing the experiences of the enslaved population and explores the complexities of Caribbean social formation. It also emphasizes the importance of oral history and the need for archives to be more inclusive and representative of marginalized communities. The article concludes by recommending the book for those interested in Caribbean history, heritage, and archives. [Extracted from the article]