the caribbean as third world region

the caribbean as third world region

 How appropriate is it to describe the Caribbean as a third world region

The concept of “third world” often bears the implication or gives the broader picture of a ranking or categorical system of which the world’s countries or regions are placed. Certainly, the impression is given that there is a first and second world, though such terms are hardly mentioned. To some, it is an undesirable term or concept, and many shun from the notion of their country being referred to as third world territory; perhaps that is why the term “developing” or “underdeveloped” country is preferred. Nevertheless, the concept certainly attempts to stratify countries or territories based on some common characteristics and many of the world’s countries are categorized in that bracket, even the Caribbean region. But what constitutes third world? Should the Caribbean region be even considered third world?
The Caribbean is a very diverse region divided within two groups based on location, namely; the Lesser Antilles and the Greater Antilles. There are a total of 30 countries, all which share a similar or common heritage but there are also some stark differences as well, in areas such as; geography, resources, culture and population. The diversity in Caribbean culture and heritage comes from the its rich history dating all the way back to the late 15th century, when the islands were occupied and fought over by various European countries and native Amerindians, who it is believed to have first discovered the Indies. However it is the arrival of the Europeans that served as the catalyst for the change and development of the Caribbean region in to what it is today. Through their colonization and pursuit of gain and wealth, many different peoples and cultures were introduced to the Caribbean, notably the African blacks, who make up the majority of the Caribbean population. These early inhabitants all left their mark on Caribbean culture and way of life, whether...

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